Battling Food Insecurity in our Community Tuesday, November 30, 2021 By Chris Kiser, Executive Director, Barton Foundation When we look at our community’s health, there are many factors that determine a person’s ability to thrive. Places where people live, learn, work,... READ MORE
Barton Welcomes New Sports and Physical Medicine Provider Wednesday, November 17, 2021 (South Lake Tahoe, CA) – Barton Health is proud to welcome Katie Gollotto, DO, to its family of care providers. “Dr. Katie” is board-certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Sports Medi... READ MORE
Barton Health Recognized as Top Hospital for Expectant Mothers Tuesday, November 16, 2021 (South Lake Tahoe, CA) – Barton’s Family Birthing Center was recognized for top maternity care, earning a spot on the Cal Hospital Compare 2021 Maternity Honor Roll for the fifth year in a row. Barton... READ MORE
Barton Memorial Hospital Awarded 'A' Grade for Patient Safety Wednesday, November 10, 2021 (South Lake Tahoe, CA) – Barton Memorial Hospital received another ‘A’ grade for patient safety from the Leapfrog Group. Assessment data from more than 30 quality measurements demonstrated better pati... READ MORE
Barton Foundation Awards $100,000 to Local Non-Profit Organizations Tuesday, November 9, 2021 (South Lake Tahoe, CA) – The Barton Foundation’s Community Health Grants program recently awarded $100,000 in funding to 12 local non-profit organizations engaged in healthcare related initiatives in ... READ MORE
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Recommends Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine for Children Ages 5-11 Thursday, November 4, 2021 (South Lake Tahoe, CA) – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is recommending children 5- to 11-years be vaccinated against COVID-19 with the Pfizer-BioNTech pediatric vaccine. This re... READ MORE
Barton Health Expands Care in Lake Tahoe, Welcomes New Foot and Ankle Specialist to Tahoe Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Tuesday, October 26, 2021 (South Lake Tahoe, CA) – Barton Health and Tahoe Orthopedics & Sports Medicine welcome Dr. Paul Ryan, Foot and Ankle specialist, to Lake Tahoe. He will lead a new service line under Barton Orthope... READ MORE
Barton Health Expands Care in Lake Tahoe Region, Introduces New Plastic Surgery Service Line and Welcomes Plastic Surgeon Friday, October 15, 2021 (South Lake Tahoe, CA) – Barton Health welcomes Dr. Kathleen Holoyda, plastic and reconstructive surgery specialist to Lake Tahoe. She will lead Barton Plastic Surgery, a new service that offers solut... READ MORE
Food and Drug Administration Authorizes Booster Dose of Pfizer COVID-19 for Certain Populations Friday, October 1, 2021 (South Lake Tahoe, CA) – On September 22, 2021, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) amended the emergency use authorization for the Pfizer-BioNTech’s two-dose COVID-19 to allow for use of a single ... READ MORE
Barton Health Expands Care in Lake Tahoe, Welcomes New Gastroenterology Physician Wednesday, September 29, 2021 (South Lake Tahoe, CA) – Barton Health welcomes Dr. Azadeh Brumand, Gastroenterology specialist, to Lake Tahoe. Barton Gastroenterology (GI) utilizes state-of-the-art technology in the field of endosc... READ MORE
Barton Labor and Delivery Nurse Recognized for Exceptional Care Wednesday, September 15, 2021 (South Lake Tahoe, CA) – Stephanie Clayton, a registered labor and delivery nurse with Barton’s Family Birthing Center , has been selected as The DAISY Award winner for extraordinary nurses. The award... READ MORE
Barton Foundation Reinstates Response Fund for Community Members Facing Food Insecurity as a Result of Caldor Fire Tuesday, September 14, 2021 (South Lake Tahoe, CA) – The Barton Foundation has reinstated their Response Fund to assist community members disproportionately affected by the Caldor Fire. Now called the Emergency Response Fund, th... READ MORE
Barton Memorial Hospital Open, Limited Services Available Monday, September 6, 2021 (South Lake Tahoe, CA) - The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development (OSHPD) approved the reopening of the Barton Emergency Department and... READ MORE
Barton Health Reopens with Limited Services Sunday, September 5, 2021 (South Lake Tahoe, CA) - With the repopulation of the city of South Lake Tahoe , Stateline and Zephyr Cove communities , Barton Health will provide medical services to the community. Services includin... READ MORE
Food and Drug Administration Approves Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Tuesday, August 24, 2021 (South Lake Tahoe, CA) – The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has officially approved Pfizer-BioNTech’s two-dose COVID-19 vaccine for individuals 16 years of age and older. The vaccine also continue... READ MORE
Barton Foundation Grants $90,000 to Provide Additional Comfort to Patients Wednesday, July 28, 2021 (South Lake Tahoe, CA) – Continuing its mission of advancing local healthcare through philanthropy, the Barton Foundation has purchased 30 new high-tech wheelchairs for Barton Health, an award of $90,... READ MORE
Barton Women's Health Welcomes New Physician Thursday, July 15, 2021 (South Lake Tahoe, CA) – Barton Women’s Health welcomes Amy Tomlinson, MD, obstetrician and gynecologist (OB/GYN). Specializing in complete women’s care services, Dr. Tomlinson is now accepting new pa... READ MORE
Investments in Technology Expand Medical Care at Barton Wednesday, July 7, 2021 (South Lake Tahoe, CA) – Barton Health continues to innovate with medical imaging technology, investing in the latest equipment that enhances services, expands care, and improves the patient experienc... READ MORE
Barton Women's Health Nurse Recognized For Exceptional Patient Care Wednesday, June 23, 2021 (South Lake Tahoe, CA) – Lauren Rolfe, a registered nurse with Barton Women’s Health, has been selected as The DAISY Award winner for extraordinary nurses. The award is in recognition of the clinical ... READ MORE
Barton Foundation Hosts 2021 Golf Classic at Edgewood Tahoe Friday, June 18, 2021 (South Lake Tahoe, CA) – The Barton Foundation’s 2021 Golf Classic will tee off on Monday, September 27 at Edgewood Golf Course. Registration for this year's event is open to the public. Funds raised ... READ MORE