Sonoma Valley Hospital was founded in 1945 and moved to the current hospital in 1957, and subsequently expanded in the 1970’s. From 1980 to 2008, change occurred slowly. By 2008, modernization of the hospital was absolutely necessary. When the community...
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Construction To Begin On Phase One Of Outpatient Diagnostic Center
At last week’s board meeting, the board approved funding to allow construction to begin on the Outpatient Diagnostic Center. This first phase is to replace vital equipment that is approaching ‘end of life’ and without which our Emergency Department cannot function....
Why SVH Requires Updated Imaging Equipment
Some in our community have asked why we need to invest in new imaging technology when changing regulations will soon require justification for CT and MRI appropriateness, which may impact our volumes. The simple answer is that we have no choice if we want to keep our...
New Diagnostic Center Is Exciting Development For Our Community
There’s an exciting sense of momentum as we start the new year. Our affiliation with UCSF continues to grow. Last year we laid the foundation for this collaborative relationship and we’ve identified some opportunities that will enable us to provide greater services to...
Michael Mainardi Joins Board; Cancer Support Sonoma Takes Flight as an Independent Nonprofit
I’m pleased to report that Michael Mainardi was sworn in as our newest board member at the January meeting, replacing Peter Hohorst who did not seek re-election after a decade of outstanding service. Michael, a retired physician is an excellent addition to the board...
Sonoma Valley Hospital Foundation Announces Capital Campaign For New Hospital Outpatient Diagnostic Center
The Sonoma Valley Hospital Foundation has announced a capital campaign to fund a new state-of-the-art Outpatient Diagnostic Center within Sonoma Valley Hospital. The plan calls for repurposing the vacant space left by the old ER and Surgery Department, along with...
Board Approves Phase One Plans for New Outpatient Diagnostic Center
In its meeting last week, the board approved the hospital’s request to proceed with plans for the first phase of the new Outpatient Diagnostic Center pending confirmation of receipt of funds from the Sonoma Valley Hospital Foundation to cover this phase of the...
Sonoma Valley Hospital Offers No-Cost Mammogram Screenings In October Through Project Pink
Sonoma Valley Hospital is again offering no-cost mammogram screenings for uninsured and underinsured Sonoma Valley women over the age of 40 during October. The screening program, known as Project Pink, is made available as a community service...
Sonoma Valley Hospital Now Offers State-Of-The-Art 3D Mammography
Sonoma Valley Hospital has announced that it is now offering 3D Mammography to women in the community. The service is located in a new mammography suite within the hospital. The new system has been provided to the hospital through the generosity of community members...
SVH Close To Affiliation With UCSF Health
SVH has considered affiliating with a larger hospital for some time, but we needed to find the right partner. With the board meeting last Thursday, I am pleased to say this tantalizing possibility came much closer to reality. The board enthusiastically approved an...