DMG Press Releases, News and Updates

Press releases and updates about DMG locations, providers, and the organization

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Celebrating 60 Years of the Diane & Bruce Halle Arizona Burn Center – Valleywise Health

DMG’s Kevin Foster, MD, MBA, FACS, Medical Director, Diane & Bruce Halle Arizona Burn Center at Valleywise Health, shares his journey and the growth of this leading burn center. Hear from some his patients and their stories of recovery.
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Elizabeth Ferguson, MD, FACS helps women feel whole again

For more than 14 years, DMG surgeon Elizabeth Ferguson, MD, FACS has helped breast cancer patients at Valleywise Health feel whole again.
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DMG Recognized as “2025 Philanthropic Partner” by Valleywise Health Foundation

On November 8 at their signature event, A Night in the Valley, District Medical Group (DMG) will be recognized by Valleywise Health Foundation as their “2025 Philanthropic Partner.”
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DMG Welcomes Lisa McClellan, MD, MPH as new FQHC Medical Director

District Medical Group (DMG) is pleased to welcome Lisa McClellan, MD, MPH to the Department of Family Medicine as the new Federal Quality Health Center (FQHC) Medical Director and department Vice Chair.
Honoring Pain Awareness Month

Honoring Pain Awareness Month

September is Pain Management Month. DMG pain management physicians Neelesh Anand, MD and Sarang Koushik, MD share how they support patients dealing with difficult pain and what inspires their work.
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Valleywise Health Foundation Appears on Cox YurView Doing More Segment

Valleywise Health Foundation CEO Lisa Hartsock and DMG's Jodi Carter, MD, division chair of pediatrics and pediatric emergency medicine, were honored to represent the outstanding work happening across our system.
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Brenda Gentz, MD Details New Anesthesiology Residency Program

Anesthesiology Division Chair Brenda Gentz, MD explains why this new program at Valleywise Health is both a dream realized and a critical step toward addressing a nationwide shortage, with more than 30% of anesthesiologists expected to retire in the next decade.
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Dr. Frank LoVecchio to receive 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award

Congratulations to District Medical Group (DMG) emergency medicine physician and medical toxicologist, Frank LoVecchio, DO, MPH, FACEP, ABMT who will be honored with the 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award at the 26th Annual Health Care Heroes celebratory event on Sept. 18, 2025.
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DMG Grieves the Loss of Radiologist, Mary Connell, MD

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of District Medical Group (DMG) radiologist, Mary Connell, MD, a cherished physician, educator and leader who left an indelible mark on those that had the privilege to know and work with her during her nearly 30 year career with DMG.
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Dr. David Wisinger Educates Future Physicians

Dr. Wisinger explains the unique learning experience medical resident and fellows have training at Valleywise Health and caring for underserved populations.
Inside Arizona’s Teaching Hospital That’s Changing Lives Daily

Inside Arizona’s Teaching Hospital That’s Changing Lives Daily

DMG physician leaders, Brenda Gentz, MD and David Wisinger, MD, FACP share more about the teaching programs at Valleywise Health Medical Center and how they benefit, not only medical students, residents and fellows, but also the entire community.
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District Medical Group to Close Children’s Rehabilitative Services (CRS)

After extensive evaluation, and with deep respect for its mission and community, District Medical Group (DMG) has made the difficult decision to close its Children’s Rehabilitative Services (CRS) Clinic effective Friday, July 18, 2025, after twelve years.
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Valleywise Health, Black History Month – Dr. Mosley

Dr. Mosley shares her personal journey to becoming a psychiatrist, the challenges she has overcome and the deep impact she makes on her patients’ lives. Her story highlights the importance of representation in medicine and the power of compassionate care.
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Valleywise Health Launches Minimally Invasive Pain Management Services at Peoria Location

The science of treating pain has evolved beyond an over reliance on medication and surgery, and at Valleywise Comprehensive Health Center – Peoria, patients who are experiencing pain can get the right treatment with the highest standards of safety and patient care.
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Ross F. Goldberg, MD admitted into ACS Academy of Master Surgeon Educators

Ross F. Goldberg, MD, FACS, a District Medical Group (DMG) general surgeon in Phoenix, AZ, is among a group of 65 esteemed surgeon educators inducted into membership in the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Academy of Master Surgeon Educators
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Discover DMG Children’s Rehabilitative Services

More than 25 medical specialties in one location. DMG Children’s was specifically designed to make it easy for pediatric patients- regardless of mobility or condition- to receive care.