DMG Press Releases, News and Updates

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

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Helix Laser with Dr. Jain of Valleywise Health

Valleywise Health has expanded its scar treatment capabilities with the addition of the HELIX SCAR3 laser at Valleywise Comprehensive Health Center – Peoria.
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DMG Physicians’ Life-saving Efforts Recognized by Phoenix Fire Department

DMG emergency medicine division chair, Jeffrey Stowell, MD and Geoff Comp, DO, FACEP, FAWM were personally recognized for their leadership in helping Valleywise Health’s emergency department
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Colon Cancer Awareness

DMG gastroenterologist, Indu Srinivasan, MD, provides information about colon cancer, including screening, risk factors and more, in this video from Valleywise Health.
Honoring Black History Month, Aris Mosley, MD

Honoring Black History Month – Dr. Aris Mosley

DMG child and adolescent psychiatrist, Aris Mosley, MD, reflects on her personal journey to becoming a psychiatrist, the challenges she has overcome, and the deep impact she makes on her patients’ lives.
DMG physicians participate Daisy Mountain Annual Holiday Toy Drive

DMG physicians participate in Daisy Mountain Annual Holiday Toy Drive

Daisy Mountain Firefighters Charities hosted their annual holiday toy drive at Valleywise Health. Valleywise Health and Daisy Mountain team members unloaded and delivered toys for the children in our Pediatric Unit - spreading joy and brightening the season for patients and their families.
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Valleywise Health names Physician and Advanced Practice Clinician of the Year

Valleywise Health has named two District Medical Group (DMG) providers as physician and advanced practice clinician of the year in 2025. Congratulations to: Claire Mikhaila Sollars, MD - Physician of the Year and LouAnne Jones, FNP-BC - Advanced Practice Clinician of the Year.
Kevin Foster, MD, MBA, FACS, Medical Director

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.