Ridgecrest Regional Hospital

04/11/2026

Fight back against Parkinson’s disease this World Parkinson’s Day.

Rock Steady is a non-contact, boxing-inspired exercise program designed specifically for people living with Parkinson’s. Each class focuses on building strength and improving everyday function through guided movement.

Participants work on:
• Balance
• Agility
• Hand-eye coordination
• Speed of movement
• Muscle power
• Rhythm and mental focus

For class times and information, call (760) 499-3825
Located at 330 E. Ridgecrest Blvd., Suite D

04/09/2026

We’re excited to welcome Dr. Julene Evans to Ridgecrest Regional Hospital!

Dr. Evans is a board-certified OB/GYN with more than 27 years of experience caring for women at every stage of life, from teens to menopause and beyond. Whether it's routine care or more complex concerns, she's here to listen and work with you to find the right path forward.

Accepted Insurance:
✅ Aetna
✅ Anthem Blue Cross
✅ IEHP
✅ IMG
✅ Straight Medical
✅ Medicare
✅ GEHA

Don't see your plan? More are being added soon. Call us to join the waitlist, and we'll let you know when yours is accepted.

Request Appointment: RRH.org/Women
Phone: (760) 499-3640
Location: D - Outpatient Plaza - RRH.org/Map
Address: 1011 N. China Lake Blvd., Ridgecrest, CA 93555
About Dr. Evans: RRH.org/Evans

04/08/2026

Join us for our Diabetes: Knowledge is Power interactive workshop. It is designed to help you understand how diabetes affects your body, how to monitor your health, and practical approaches to nutrition, medications, and staying active.

Register by May 29: Call (760) 499-3825
Date and time: Saturday, June 6, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Location: Maturango Conference Room
113 E Sydnor Ave, Ridgecrest, CA 93555

04/07/2026

Join us for the 2026 Butterfly Release. Bring your family and friends and be part of a special event centered on remembrance and connection, offering a peaceful space to pause and honor those we love.

Visit RRH.org/Butterfly to purchase your butterfly

May 2nd, 2026 at 11:00 AM
RRH Front Lawn: 1081 N China Lake Blvd

04/07/2026

Ridgecrest Regional Hospital will be leading a free grocery store tour for those who have prediabetes or diabetes.

Dates of tour:
Thursday, April 16th from 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Friday, April 17th, from 1 PM - 2 PM

Call by April 10th to sign up as space is limited (760) 499-3825

04/06/2026

🦋❤️ Visit RRH.org/butterfly to learn more and purchase your butterfly. Proceeds from the Butterfly Release will directly support the return of hospice care in the near future.

Every spring, the Ridgecrest Regional Hospital Foundation hosts a commemorative butterfly release where hundreds of Painted Lady butterflies take flight in honor of loved ones. Now in its 16th year, the event has become one of the Indian Wells Valley's most cherished traditions.

04/03/2026

🩺 We celebrated Doctors' Day with food, friends, and trivia, and yes, every doctor got the heart question right.

Thank you to our physicians for your dedication, skill, and unwavering commitment to providing high-quality health care to the Ridgecrest community.

Learn more about our providers: www.rrh.org/providers

04/02/2026

Your voice matters. You can help shape the future of healthcare in our community.

Join our Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC) and help improve safety, quality, and the patient experience at RRH.

Learn more: RRH.org/PFAC

04/01/2026

Rural Health Pediatrics walk-in clinic services will be paused Thursday, April 2nd.

Walk-ins will resume Friday, April 3rd.
Thank you for your understanding.

Learn more at RRH.org/ChildCare
🚨 In case of emergency, call 911 or visit the Ridgecrest Regional Hospital Emergency Department

03/31/2026

This May 2nd, honor the people you love at the Butterfly Release. Whether you are remembering someone you have lost or celebrating the lives of those you love dearly, come together to honor them.

Get Your Butterfly Here RRH.org/Butterfly

Proceeds from the Butterfly Release will support the return of hospice, helping us bring this important service back to our community.

Date: May 2nd, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Location: RRH Front Lawn, 1081 N China Lake Blvd

03/30/2026

Making procedures a little less stressful 🍃

Nitrous oxide (commonly known as laughing gas) is now available to manage the pain during select Women’s Health procedures such as pap smears, IUD insertions, and others.
- Fast-acting
- Wears off quickly
- You stay awake and in control

Available for $80 per visit. Ask your provider if it’s right for you.

Learn more: RRH.org/Women

03/28/2026

The Blue Zone Blueprint

During National Nutrition Month, we are highlighting lessons from the world’s Blue Zones, where people tend to live longer with lower rates of chronic disease. Longevity is shaped by a combination of nutrition, daily movement, social connection, and lifestyle.

Plant-forward, whole foods are just one part of the picture. Consistent, healthy habits over time are what truly support overall well-being. Small, everyday choices can make a lasting difference in your health.

Learn about Blue Zones around the world: RRH.org/BlueZone-blog