Breast cancer is a serious cancer that should not be taken lightly. The condition can develop in the breasts of adult women at any age. However, the highest risk starts around the age of 40, which is the point at which doctors will strongly encourage women to have annual mammograms. Mammography is a specialized x-ray […]
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On April 28, 2021 Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced that Summit Healthcare in Show Low, AZ was awarded a Five-Star rating, the highest possible score for quality and patient satisfaction. Of the 124 hospitals participating Arizona hospitals, Summit was one of only four to receive this rating. “We are proud to be
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At Summit Healthcare of Arizona, we routinely work with women in the area who are interested in screening, diagnosis, and treatment of women’s health. Our facility offers a wide selection of women’s imaging services. Whether you are undergoing an annual mammogram for breast cancer or need gynecological imaging performed to find the cause of heavy
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At Summit Healthcare of Arizona, we routinely work with women in the area who are interested in screening, diagnosis, and treatment of women’s health. Our facility offers a wide selection of women’s imaging services. Whether you are undergoing an annual mammogram for breast cancer or need gynecological imaging performed to find the cause of heavy
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There are many reasons why you might need copies of your medical records. At Summit Healthcare, we make it easy for patients to obtain their medical records for when they need them. Why might I need copies of my medical records? Medical records are important, and may be obtained for some of the following reasons:
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When individuals are making medical decisions for someone they love, it can become overwhelming. What is the right choice? What is the ethical choice? Many also wonder if they are doing all they can to help their family member overcome their chronic or life-threatening conditions. Individuals who have family members being seen at Summit Healthcare
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At Summit Healthcare, our team provides a wide spectrum of service for patients in the area of Arizona. With four convenient office locations, we are dedicated to providing the best possible care for individuals. Patients who struggle with serious illnesses and chronic conditions may be unaware that our team provides palliative care. Palliative care is
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When patients receive a diagnosis of cancer, they may feel overwhelmed as all the information they need to process and the treatments that are available. The team at Summit Healthcare believes in providing patients the education they need to make informed decisions about their condition and seek relief. Our practice has a dedicated cancer treatment
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Many patients who are dealing with medical issues may wonder who they should visit. Should they schedule an appointment with their primary physician for another day? Should they walk into an urgent care clinic? Or do they need more immediate care and need to see a doctor at an emergency room? At Summit Healthcare, we
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At Summit Healthcare, we understand the importance of preventative care and proper diagnostics of certain conditions that can impact your health. We see many women who are interested in diagnostic imaging to check for signs of breast cancer or to determine the cause of certain medical issues. Our women’s imaging center includes a wide range
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