Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center

Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center is a 427-bed, fully accredited, acute care hospital.
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In a US News and World Report article on coping with grief, Daniel Blocker, PhD, LMFT, Associate Program Director of our...
04/21/2026

In a US News and World Report article on coping with grief, Daniel Blocker, PhD, LMFT, Associate Program Director of our Family Medicine Residency Program and Director of Behavioral Health, shares his guidance for healthy grieving , including:

▪ Managing intrusive thoughts and anxiety,
▪ Understanding prolonged grief disorder,
▪ Building emotional resilience,
▪ Navigating grief on social media, and
▪ Honoring and remembering loved ones... 🤍

“As your life expands and the clouds of grief begin to lighten, it may help to honor your loved one in meaningful ways,” Dr. Blocker says. “This could be an annual gathering at a place they cherished or creating a family motto inspired by something they often said. The goal is to honor them in a way that enriches your life.”

To learn more, visit https://tr.ee/E5EIk2Q4o6

Our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) was recently awarded the first-ever “Bhatt Normothermia Excellence Award” from t...
04/17/2026

Our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) was recently awarded the first-ever “Bhatt Normothermia Excellence Award” from the California Perinatal Quality Care Collaborative, a statewide network of California’s NICUs and High-Risk Infant Follow-up clinics.

The award recognizes us for having the most consistently high chance of infants being admitted to the NICU normothermic. On average, hospitals in California have normothermia rates at NICU admission in the 60-70th percentile, while PVHMC has consistently ranked above 90%.

Normothermia in a NICU setting means that a newborn’s temperature is kept between 97.7 – 99.5 degrees Fahrenheit. This is important because evidence suggests that hypothermia (low body temperature) in newborns is linked to a higher risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), respiratory distress, jaundice and infection risk, as well as mortality.

“A neonate’s transition from the womb to the delivery room is the highest risk period for heat loss,” says Shahid Kamran, MD, neonatal-perinatal medicine physician and medical director of our NICU. “We’re proud of the interdisciplinary team we have formed that can provide evidence-based comprehensive care that can save the lives of our most fragile patients.”

Learn more about our excellence in normothermia care for the NICU: https://tr.ee/GOs7A6hddo

04/16/2026

Calling all women over the age of 40 - have you had your annual screening mammogram?

There's still time to take advantage of our April Spring Fling program. Get your 3D screening mammogram for the low-cost of $50 through April 30th.

Don't have a doctor? We've got you ✅
Don't have insurance? We've got you ✅
Afraid to have your mammogram? Our techs have got you ❤

You may be eligible for this important screening if you:
• Are a woman 40 years or older
• Do not have breast implants
• Have not had breast cancer in the last five years
• Are asymptomatic (no current breast problems)

Call 909.469.9395 to schedule your appointment today.

Join our cardiovascular nurses from our heart and stroke teams in a short walk to raise awareness for bystander/Sidewalk...
04/16/2026

Join our cardiovascular nurses from our heart and stroke teams in a short walk to raise awareness for bystander/Sidewalk CPR.

Why? Because 9 out of 10 people who suffer cardiac arrest outside the hospital die. Together, we can learn the beat, be the beat and save a life.

Learn more at https://tr.ee/6SKn7_cqZ1 ❤

American Heart Association

We're sweetening the deal! 🙌Donors who complete the blood donation process will NOT ONLY receive two LA County Fair tick...
04/15/2026

We're sweetening the deal! 🙌

Donors who complete the blood donation process will NOT ONLY receive two LA County Fair tickets, valid May 7-17, 2026, (* While supplies last), they will receive a $15 e-gift card of their choice from the American Red Cross!

Thursday, April 23, 7 am - 7 pm
Friday, April 24, 7 am - 7 pm

Pitzer Auditorium (enter through Pitzer Patio off of Willow St.)
Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center
1798 N. Garey Ave., Pomona, CA

To register for an appointment, visit redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code: PVHMC.

Thank you to the LA County Fair for sponsoring this blood drive!

Festival season is officially here! 🎶 Before you head out on the open road, have you checked your packing list for the e...
04/09/2026

Festival season is officially here! 🎶 Before you head out on the open road, have you checked your packing list for the essentials?
Hydration? ✅
Protective earplugs? ✅
Naloxone and fentanyl test strips? ✅

While the safest choice is always to avoid drug use entirely, being prepared is how we keep ourselves and our community safe.
▪️ Test before you go: use the fentanyl test strips, no matter how much you trust the person you are getting a pill from.
▪️ Carry the naloxone and test strips with you at the festival: it’s better to be safe than sorry.
▪️ Use the buddy system: if you are using, don’t wander alone. If you are with someone who has taken a drug, do not leave them alone.

No matter where you’re driving from, naloxone and other substance use resources are available to you at no cost. Find a harm reduction resource near you – tap the link in our bio.

Or stop by PVHMC’s Emergency Department for free naloxone and test strip kits. Conveniently situated along the 10 freeway, our harm reduction box is located outside of the Emergency Department and accessible 24/7, no questions asked.

Welcome to our RN and LVN new grad nurse Spring Cohort 2026 ✨Over the next year, these nurses will grow and refine their...
04/07/2026

Welcome to our RN and LVN new grad nurse Spring Cohort 2026 ✨

Over the next year, these nurses will grow and refine their clinical and professional skills, learning alongside our dedicated Associates at the bedside and beyond.

Happy Easter from this little snuggle bunny! 🐣🐇
04/05/2026

Happy Easter from this little snuggle bunny! 🐣🐇

On March 30, 2026, we recognize the heartbeat of our healthcare system ❤National Doctors’ Day is an opportunity to thank...
03/30/2026

On March 30, 2026, we recognize the heartbeat of our healthcare system ❤

National Doctors’ Day is an opportunity to thank our 700 physicians for their dedication to caring for our community. At Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center, we are proud to recognize our physicians for their compassion, clinical excellence, and commitment
to patient- and family-centered care. Their contributions ensure we remain a trusted resource for those we are privileged to serve.

Thank you for your unwavering commitment to advancing health and healing.

Pictured from left to right: Medical Staff Leadership - Khader Abounasr, MD, President-Elect; Samir Anabi, MD, President; James Kim, MD, Immediate Past President

From a director of the Respiratory, Non-Invasive Cardiology and Neurology Department to volunteer to patient - Jerry Cho...
03/25/2026

From a director of the Respiratory, Non-Invasive Cardiology and Neurology Department to volunteer to patient - Jerry Choppi’s heart has always been with Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center ❤

Earlier this year, under the care of Dr. Gaurav Parikh, Jerry underwent a successful, minimally invasive TAVR procedure to treat severe aortic stenosis.

Aortic stenosis is a condition when the flaps that make up the heart’s aortic valve become stiff with calcium buildup. The buildup affects the opening and closing of the heart valve and critical blood flow that brings oxygen to the body is reduced, making sufferers often feel lightheaded or out of breath.

During the TAVR procedure, a new heart valve is inserted by way of a catheter in the groin area. The old heart valve remains in place after the procedure, fixed in such a way as to not interfere with the function of the new valve. Since the operation is minimally invasive, recovery is quicker when compared to open heart surgery.

“My condition has improved a lot thanks to the TAVR procedure,” says Jerry. “I can’t stress enough how helpful the Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center staff is and how well they took care of me.”

Though he continues his recovery with cardiac rehabilitation and weight training, Jerry has been able to come back to his volunteer position as a shuttle driver at PVHMC 🙌

We are so grateful to care for one of our own!

Learn more: https://tr.ee/Fu1Mgbgz1a

Our RN New Graduate Residency Program has received reaccreditation with distinction as a Practice Transition Accreditati...
03/23/2026

Our RN New Graduate Residency Program has received reaccreditation with distinction as a Practice Transition Accreditation Program® by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation 🌟

Accreditation with Distinction is the highest level of recognition awarded and demonstrates that our nurse residency program meets rigorous standards for structure, process and outcomes, as well as support for our new graduate nurses as they transition into professional practice.

“This achievement is a reflection of our commitment to supporting, educating and preparing the next generation of nurses,” said Lolla Mitchell, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, Vice President of Nursing Services at PVHMC. “As a New Graduate RN many years ago myself at PVHMC, I recognize the value of having an excellent Nurse Residency Program and the long term benefits these programs offer to our nurses and the community we serve.”

Learn more: https://tr.ee/IGiJ7k_ttV

It's almost our favorite time of year - Fair time! Enjoy the LA County Fair "Play Your Way" ON US by donating at our upc...
03/20/2026

It's almost our favorite time of year - Fair time! Enjoy the LA County Fair "Play Your Way" ON US by donating at our upcoming April blood drives 🩸

Donors who complete the blood donation process will receive two LA County Fair tickets, valid May 7-17, 2026. * While supplies last.

Thursday, April 23, 7 am - 7 pm
Friday, April 24, 7 am - 7 pm

Pitzer Auditorium (enter through Pitzer Patio off of Willow St.)
Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center
1798 N. Garey Ave., Pomona, CA

To register for an appointment, visit redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code: PVHMC.

Thank you to the LA County Fair for sponsoring this blood drive!

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