The Valley Health System HealthNews
The Valley Health System HealthNews
Harvey Katz

Helping One Man Defeat Diabetes

If you're at the Diabetes Treatment Center at Desert Springs Hospital Medical Center, you might run into Harvey Katz, who volunteers there. If you do, he has a story for you.

Harvey has a special connection to the Center. He was diagnosed with diabetes 45 years ago — and with help from Center staff members, he's been successfully managing the condition for nearly two decades.

Sophie Quinton She's Come So Far...

Twelve-year-old Sophie Quinton has a special piece of beaded jewelry called a Bravery Heart Necklace. When she looks at it, she remembers how the Children's Medical Center at Summerlin Hospital helped her during her fight against leukemia.

Sherisa Smith Tiny Instruments,
Big Benefits

Age 16 was a tough time for Sherisa Smith. That's because, like her mother and six of her aunts, she had a condition called uterine fibroids.

Surgery Fixed
More Than His
Heart Defect

Pounding migraines were making Joe Krstulich's life miserable.

Spine Surgery
Banished His Pain

As a family practice physician, Nickolas Karajohn, MD, is used to helping people with their health.

Healthy Habits Can
Help You Stay Well

Staying healthy takes a little preventive work from you. Here are a few tips to get you started.