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| March
5, 2010
Employees
wear red for National Red Wear Day

PICTURED: Emanuel Medical Center employees
were thumbs up today-National Wear Day Red--in support of
the
American Heart Association's fight against heart disease.
Workers across America were encouraged to wear red to work
today to raise awareness of cardiovascular disease-the number
one killer of women and men. |
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| March
5, 2010
Blake Shelton
is coming to the Fair
Shelton's impressive chart-topping successes
in country music include nine No. 1 videos and five No.
1 hit singles. Shelton's newest single, "Hillbilly
Bone", featuring country music pal Trace Adkins, is
from his forthcoming album, Hillbilly Bone, which is set
for release on Tuesday, March 2, 2010. "The last album
or two I pushed myself as a singer," Shelton said on
his website, "and I think I proved what I'm capable
of. I'll always push myself, but with Hillbilly Boneit was
more about finding songs with that attitude I want to convey
and then just delivering them the best way I can. More than
anything I'd like people to hear me sing and think, 'That's
good music.'"
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Shelton was nominated in 2002 and 2003
for "Top New Male Vocalist" by the Academy of
Country Music and for "Favorite New Country Artist"
in 2002 by the American Music Awards. The growing list of
Shelton's striking achievements does not seem to be coming
to a halt any time soon.
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| March
4, 2010
DEADLINES
FOR INDEPENDENT JUNIOR LIVESTOCK EXHIBITORS
Turlock, CA (March 3, 2010) – Deadlines
for independent junior livestock exhibitors are approaching
quickly for the 2010 Stanislaus County Fair.
All independent exhibitor entry information for market beef
required by the Stanislaus County Fair is due at the Fair
Office no later than Thursday, March 18, 2010 by 5 p.m.
Independent exhibitor entry information for market sheep,
pigs and goats is due no later than Monday, May 17, 2010
by 5 p.m.
For more information, such as registration forms and a list
of the complete rules and requirements, please stop by the
Stanislaus County Fair office at 900 N. Broadway, Turlock
or call (209) 668-1333, extension 303.
The 2010 Stanislaus County Fair opens Friday, July 16 for
a 10-day run. Discounted Fair admission tickets and unlimited
ride wristbands will be on sale Saturday, May 1, 2010 or
visit the Fair’s website for complete ticket sale
details at www.stancofair.com.
The 2010 Fair theme is “Flavors of the Valley.”
The theme will highlight food and beverage products that
are processed in the Central Valley. The 2010 Fair will
also feature the highly-popular Rainforest Adventure, sponsored
by Sky Trek Aviation, which debuted in 2009. |
Also planned for 2010 are 10-nights of
free celebrity concerts included with admission, nightly
metal-mashing motorsports, rodeo events, a total of five
stages of live entertainment, upwards of 30,000 local exhibits
and over 1,750 animals.
To receive future Fair concert announcements by text message,
text the word “FAIR” to 47645. Fair enthusiasts
can also follow how the 2010 Fair is developing at twitter.com/stancofair.
In addition, become a fan of the Fair at facebook.com/stancofair.
Fair news and event listings are also available at myspace.com/stancofair.
The mission of the Stanislaus County Fair is to provide
a family and community oriented experience promoting agriculture,
entertainment and technology. For more information about
the Stanislaus County Fair log onto its website at www.stancofair.com. |
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| February
27, 2010
The Beach
Boys Bring Their GOOD VIBRATIONS to the Fair
The Beach Boys Bring Their GOOD VIBRATIONS
to the Fair
Tuesday, July 20, 2010, at 8:30 p.m. on the Budweiser Variety
Free Stage. This concert is hosted by 97.5 KABX and is included
with Fair admission.
Since their debut
40 years ago, the Beach Boys have had countless hits and
albums which have changed the musical landscape profoundly
for future rock and pop acts. Their hits include "Surfin,"
"California Girls" and "Good Vibrations"
which was voted by Rolling Stone as the number one song
of the 20th century. Their latest Capitol Records release,
"Sounds of Summer," has sold over 2 million copies
gaining the RIAA certified double platinum recognition,
proving these surfer guys still have their groove.
2010 Stanislaus County Fair
The 2010 Fair theme is "Flavors of the Valley."
The theme will highlight food and beverage products that
are processed in the Central Valley.
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The 2010 Fair will also feature the highly-popular
Rainforest Adventure, sponsored by Sky Trek Aviation, which
debuted in 2009. Also planned for 2010 are 10-nights of
free celebrity concerts included with admission, nightly
metal-mashing motorsports, a total of five stages of live
entertainment, upwards of 30,000 local exhibits and over
1,750 animals. The 2010 Stanislaus County Fair opens Friday,
July 16 for a 10-day run. Discounted Fair admission tickets
and unlimited ride wristbands will be on sale Saturday,
May 1, 2010 or visit the Fair's website
for complete ticket sales details at www.stancofair.com.
For Fair announcements by SMS, text "FAIR"
to 47645. |
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| February
25, 2010
TERRI CLARK
RETURNS TO THE STANISLAUS COUNTY FAIR
Turlock, CA (February 25, 2010) - The
Stanislaus County Fair announced today that platinum-selling
country artist Terri Clark will be performing live at the
Fair.
Clark, known for hits like "I Wanna
Do It All" and "Girls Lie Too," is set to
perform on Saturday, July 24, 2010 at 8:30 p.m. at the Budweiser
Variety Free Stage. The concert is hosted by KAT Country
103 and will take place at this year's Stanislaus County
Fair.
"Terri Clark is a great addition to
the Fair's free concert lineup," said Adrenna Alkhas,
spokesperson for the Stanislaus County Fair. "She will
bring her vivacious energy and highly popular country hits
for our guests to enjoy."
Terri Clark had dreamt about becoming a
country star since she was a little girl and her dream finally
came true with her breakthrough single in 1995 "Better
Things to Do." Clark's latest album, The Long Way Home
was released in 2009 and contains 11 tracks.
This "Working Girl" is a hard-charging
performer, Country Music Association (CMA) Female Vocalist
of the Year nominee, and eight time Canadian Country Music
Association Fan's Choice Entertainer of the Year. Clark
takes true ownership of her music by making an album her
own truth.
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"There are fans now who've grown up
with me," Terri Clark said on her website. "There
were 12 or 13 year olds, coming with their parents and now
they've got kids of their own. If I can do anything for
my fans, I want them to feel strong just the way they are."
The Stanislaus County Fair's 2010 announced
lineup on the Budweiser Variety Free Stage also includes:
* The Beach Boys - Tuesday, July 20
* Blake Shelton - Friday, July 23.
The 2010 Stanislaus County Fair opens Friday,
July 16 for a 10-day run. Discounted Fair admission tickets
and unlimited ride wristbands will be on sale Saturday,
May 1, 2010 or visit the Fair's website for complete ticket
sale details at www.stancofair.com. |
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February
23, 2010
Emanuel
Medical Center offers classes and support groups throughout
March

Turlock, CA—Emanuel Medical Center
will offer the following classes and support groups in March.
For more information, visit www.emanuelmedicalcenter.org.
Educational Classes
Living with Diabetes
March 2, 9 a.m. to noon. By physician referral only, preregistration
required.
Are you newly diagnosed with diabetes? Need a refresher
on how to manage your diabetes? This class will cover eating
well with diabetes, diabetes medications, exercise, blood
sugar targets for good health and other beneficial lifestyle
changes. Call Emanuel’s education department at (209)
664-2580 for more information or to register. Conference
Room C at Emanuel Medical Center.
Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (renewal
course)
March 17, 8:30 a.m. to noon. American Heart Association
certified instructors. Pre-Registration is required. Call
Emanuel’s education department at (209) 664-2580 for
more information or to register. Conference Rooms D and
E at Emanuel Medical Center.
Childbirth Preparation
Two-day weekend course. March 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
and March 14 from 1 to 5:30 p.m. Preregistration and $40
fee required. Prepare for the birth of your child by attending
this two-day class focused on relaxation and coping skills
needed for labor and birth, the birth process, infant care,
breastfeeding, Cesarean birth and post-partum care. A tour
of the Mary Stuart Rogers Birthing Center is included. Call
Emanuel’s education department at (209) 664-2580 for
more information or to register. Conference Room C at Emanuel
Medical Center. Class is limited to 12 couples.
Childbirth Preparation (in Spanish)
March 20, noon to 5:30 p.m. Preregistration and $25 fee
required. This childbirth preparation class will be conducted
in Spanish. Call Emanuel’s education department at
(209) 664-2580 for more information or to register. Conference
Room C at Emanuel Medical Center. Class is limited to 12
couples.
Health Screenings
Free Blood Pressure Checks
March 23, 10 to 11 a.m. No reservations required. Emanuel
Medical Center’s Education Training Room.
Hospice Support Groups
Journey Through Grief Support Group
Begins March 4, 7 to 9 p.m. No fee, but a $15 suggested
donation. Pre-registration required. Call Hospice of Emanuel
at (209) 664-2550 to register.
Bereaved Parents Support Group
Begins March 3, 6 to 8 p.m. No fee, but a $15 suggested
donation. Pre-registration required. Call Hospice of Emanuel
at (209) 664-2550 to register.
Children’s Support Group
For children ages 5 to 10.
March 18, 4 to 5:30 p.m. No fee, but a $15 suggested donation.
Pre-registration required. Call Hospice of Emanuel at (209)
664-2550 to register.
Adolescent’s Support Group
For children ages 11 to 16.
March 18, 6 -7:30 p.m. No fee, but a $15 suggested donation.
Pre-registration required. Call Hospice of Emanuel at (209)
664-2550 to register.
One-on-One Grief Support
Call Hospice of Emanuel at (209) 664-2550 for an appointment.
Hospice of Emanuel Volunteer Training
March 13 and 27, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Hospice of Emanuel is currently seeking individuals desiring
to assist terminally ill patients and their families by
providing emotional support, respite care, translating and
many other support opportunities. Must attend both classes
to complete your volunteer training. Pre-registration required.
Call Hospice of Emanuel at (209) 664-2550 for more information
or to register.
Cancer Support Groups
Look Good...Feel Better®
March 15, 1 to 3 p.m.
Free program that teaches beauty techniques to women who
are actively undergoing cancer treatment, to help them combat
the appearance-related side effects of radiation and chemotherapy.
Emanuel Medical Plaza, Conference Room. Call (800) 227-2345
for more information or to register.
Cancer in Your Life
March 5 and 19, 1 to 2 p.m.
Patient support group open to current and former adult cancer
patients. Stanford-Emanuel Radiation Oncology Center, Conference
Room. Call Emanuel Regional Cancer Services at (209) 664-2434
for more information or to register.
Healing Paths, Journaling through Cancer
Beginning March 16, 10 a.m. to noon, for eight consecutive
Tuesdays.
Open to all who are affected by cancer regardless of writing
ability. Bring yourself, your favorite pen and allow the
process of writing to be part of your healing path. Call
Emanuel Regional Cancer Services at (209) 664-2434 for more
information or to register.
Massage Therapy
Mondays, 1 to 4 p.m.
Free half-hour massage therapy appointments for cancer patients.
Emanuel Medical Plaza. Call Emanuel Regional Cancer Services
at (209) 664-2434 for an appointment.
Nutrition Class
March 31, 3 to 4 p.m.
The goal of the class is to help people learn how they can
modify their current eating habits in a way that will improve
their overall health. Whether you are a cancer survivor
or someone who just wants to learn to eat better, this is
a class that will benefit you. Call Emanuel Regional Cancer
Services at (209) 664-2434 for more information or to register.
Emanuel Medical Center is a not-for-profit, community-based
Christian hospital. Its 415-bed multi-level medical campus
includes a 209-bed acute care hospital, a 145-bed skilled
nursing facility and a 49-bed assisted living facility.
It provides emergency, critical care, pediatric, medical
and surgical services, cardiology, cancer diagnosis and
treatment services, women’s health services, and hospice
services.
For more information, to search for a doctor by specialty
or location, or for an online symptom-checker, visit www.emanuelmedicalcenter.org. |
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| February 23, 2010
Fatal Traffic
Accident- N Olive & Wayside
On 02-23-10 at approximately 6:02 pm,
a vehicle vs. pedestrian collision occurred at N. Olive
Av and Wayside Dr
The victim, a 70 year old male from Turlock,
was walking in the crosswalk at the intersection of N Olive
and Wayside, in steady rain, when he was struck by a Honda
Pilot, driven by a 44 year old female from Modesto. The
victim sustained life threatening injuries and was transported
to an area hospital and expired.
The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and cooperated
with the investigating officers. The name of the victim
is being withheld, pending notification of family.
This information is being released by Turlock
Police Lieutenant Jeff Lopes.
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The Turlock Police Department is an active
participant in the Crime Stoppers Program. Callers can leave
an anonymous tip by calling Crime Stoppers at (209) 521-4636
and may be eligible for a cash reward.
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| February
23, 2010
THE STANISLAUS
COUNTY FAIR ANNOUNCES NEW CEO
Turlock, CA (February 23, 2010) - After
five months of searching, 43 applications, 11 interviews,
and four final candidates that had their interviews on Thursday,
February 18th, the Stanislaus County Fair has selected a
new Chief Executive Officer.
The Stanislaus County Fair Board President Dale Butler announced
earlier today that they have chosen a new CEO. Christopher
Borovansky, a California native, is anticipated to start
in early April.
"We had an excellent group of candidates and it was
a very competitive process," said Butler. "We
are happy we had such a highly qualified group and we were
able to choose the perfect candidate for the Stanislaus
County Fair."
Borovansky has served as CEO for the Jackson County Fair
in Central Point, Oregon for the past 21 years and was Sonoma
County Fair manager for seven years. Borovansky grew up
in the Fair industry and worked at the California State
Fair as a teenager for eight years. One of his first memories
of the Fair business was knowing that he wanted to be a
Fair manager at the age of seven. Borovansky brings an extensive
background of Fair experience to the Stanislaus County Fair,
and is happy to be back where it all started for him.
"I am very excited and honored to be part of the Stanislaus
County Fair," said Borovansky. "This Fair is known
for its leadership and innovative events, and I have some
big shoes to fill with Tony Leo leaving."
Borovansky also said that he has great respect for Leo and
it will be an amazing experience with the Board of Directors
and the community behind him.
"The Fair is a celebration of the community, which
is why I have always enjoyed being part of this industry,"
said Borovansky.
Eleven candidates were selected from 43 applications and
then interviewed by a panel of four individuals: Butler,
president of the Stanislaus County Fair Board of Directors;
Ray Souza, past president of the Stanislaus County Fair
Board of Directors and President of the Western United Dairymen;
Vito Chiesa, current member of the Stanislaus County Board
of Supervisors, past president of the Stanislaus County
Fair Board of Directors and Stanislaus County Farm Bureau;
and Roy Wasden, City Manager of Turlock and previous Modesto
Chief of Police. From the 11 candidates, four final candidates
were interviewed last week.
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"The new CEO will be inheriting a
well-grounded Fair tied to the community, which has been
built by interim CEO, Tony Leo," said Butler.
Leo has served as the CEO of the Stanislaus County Fair
since February 1998 and has been committed to building a
strong family-friendly environment for the Stanislaus County
Fair.
The 2010 Stanislaus County Fair opens Friday, July 16 for
a 10-day run. Discounted Fair admission tickets and unlimited
ride wristbands will be on sale Saturday, May 1, 2010 or
visit the Fair's website for complete ticket sales details
at www.stancofair.com.
The 2010 Fair theme is "Flavors of the Valley."
The theme will highlight food and beverage products that
are processed in the Central Valley. The 2010 Fair will
also feature the highly-popular Rainforest Adventure, sponsored
by Sky Trek Aviation, which debuted in 2009. Also planned
for 2010 are 10-nights of free celebrity concerts included
with admission, nightly metal-mashing motorsports, a total
of five stages of live
entertainment, upwards of 30,000 local exhibits, and over
1,750 animals.
To receive future Fair concert announcements by text message,
text the word "FAIR" to 47645. Fair enthusiasts
can also follow how the 2010 Fair is developing at twitter.com/stancofair.
In addition, become a fan of the Fair at facebook.com/stancofair.
Fair news and event listings are also available at myspace.com/stancofair.
The mission of the Stanislaus County Fair is to provide
a family and community oriented experience promoting agriculture,
entertainment and technology. For more information about
the Stanislaus County Fair log onto its website at www.stancofair.com. |
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| February
11, 2010
Turlock’s
Jim Norby Named Hospice of Emanuel’s 2010 Volunteer
of the Year
Turlock, CA—Retired educator Jim
Norby was named Hospice of Emanuel’s 2010 Volunteer
of the Year at a ceremony held Thursday, Feb. 11.
“Jim is tender, intuitive and a very
good listener,” said Emanuel Support Services Coordinator
Sandy Ricardo. “He sees and hears things when working
with his clients that some people might overlook. He is
a true people person and it’s apparent by his devotion
to his clients.”
Norby has been volunteering with Hospice
of Emanuel since January 2007, and has donated more than
250 hours as a family visitor. Norby, a Turlock resident,
was a special education administrator with the Stanislaus
County Office of Education before his retirement.
“Family visitors go to the home or
nursing home of our hospice clients,” Ricardo explained.
“They provide a respite for family members, listen
to patients and families, and provide emotional and spiritual
support when appropriate. Jim gives more to his families
than he realizes. His devotion to his patients goes above
and beyond.”
Here’s an example. One of Norby’s
clients was a football fan, so Norby visited him every Monday
night so they could watch Monday Night Football together.
“Jim is a blessing to our clients
and to our hospice team,” Ricardo said. “I look
forward to working with Jim as a hospice volunteer for many
years to come.”
Hospice of Emanuel provides care for people
in the last phases of an incurable disease, helping them
live as fully and comfortably as possible and leave this
life with a sense of fulfillment and dignity. Clinical professionals
and volunteers team with families throughout the entire
process of death and provide support group and bereavement
services following the death of a loved one.
Volunteer Training Available
Hospice relies on volunteers, and has training in March
for new volunteers – or anyone interested in learning
more about Hospice of Emanuel. The two-day class is scheduled
for two Saturdays, March 13 and 27, from 8 a.m. until 5
p.m. A continental breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Volunteers must attend both sessions in order to work with
Hospice of Emanuel.
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“While many of our volunteers do
family visits, there are other ways to volunteer,”
Ricardo said. “Some volunteers help in the office.
Because we stay in contact with families for a year after
the death of a loved one, we also need volunteers who can
write those letters and make those telephone calls.”
The volunteer training costs $25 and scholarships
are available. Pre-registration is required. For more information
or to register, call Sandy Ricardo at (209) 664-2550.
Emanuel Medical Center is a not-for-profit, community-based
Christian hospital. Its 415-bed multi-level medical campus
includes a 221-bed acute care hospital, a 145-bed skilled
nursing facility and a 49-bed assisted living facility.
It provides emergency, critical care, pediatric, medical
and surgical services, cardiology, cancer diagnosis and
treatment services, women’s health services, and hospice
services.
For more information, to search for a doctor
by specialty or location, or for an online symptom-checker,
visit www.emanuelmedicalcenter.org. |
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| February
13, 2010
WATERFORD
GIRL KILLED ON BICYCLE CROSSING HIGHWAY 132
Modesto, CA – Friday evening Stanislaus
County Sheriff’s deputies in the City of Waterford
were dispatched to a vehicle versus bicycle call on Highway
132 at Western Avenue. The bicyclist was identified as sixteen
year old Ashley Henderson. She was found with injuries to
her head and upper body area. Witness statements put Ashley
riding northbound on Western when she attempted to cross
132. An elderly male driving a White Chevy pickup westbound
struck her, throwing her onto the hood of the truck.
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Ashley was airlifted to Memorial Medical
Center where she died just after midnight.
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| February 11, 2010
UPDATE -
PURSE SNATCH SUSPECTS TARGETING SHOPPERS 2111 FULKERTH
Turlock Police has had an additional incident regarding
a purse snatch on 2/10/10. A victim was loading groceries
into her vehicle when the suspects struck and took her purse.
Video surveillance was available and the police department
is requesting the public’s assistance. The vehicle
has been identified as a white Dodge Neon with no rear license
plate and missing left front hubcap. Photos are attached.
The suspects in these incidents were described
as white male and female, possibly teenagers. Police are
encouraging shoppers to secure their purses and other valuables
in their vehicles immediately before unloading groceries.
Patrol officers have been alerted to the suspects’
and suspect vehicle description. Turlock Police Department’s
Crime Prevention Coordinator has also alerted local Business
Watch groups to alert managers to be on the lookout for
their customers benefit.
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Anyone with information about these incidents
is asked to contact the Turlock Police Department Investigations
Bureau at (209) 664-7334. |
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February 11, 2010
Hilmar Business
Leader Arlon Waterson Joins Emanuel’s Board of Directors
Turlock, CA—Arlon Waterson’s
relationship with Emanuel Medical Center began in high school,
and now the longtime Hilmar business leader has joined Emanuel’s
Board of Directors.
As one of 12 community directors on the
hospital board, Waterson will help set policy and direction
for the medical center.
“I’ve always been supportive
of the hospital,” said Waterson, who has co-owned
Hilmar Lumber for 30 years. “I was in a health careers
club when I was at Hilmar High and first got to know Emanuel
then.”
Waterson admits that his interest in joining
the club was mostly to get out of class once in a while,
but then he learned more about Emanuel during his regular
volunteer shifts.
“As a kid, you don’t know much
about hospitals,” he said, “so when I got to
Emanuel I was surprised and impressed.”
Later, Waterson’s wife Susan worked
as a nurse at Emanuel and he started volunteering again.
First he served on the Festival of Trees committee, which
raises money for Hospice of Emanuel, then on the Hospice
of Emanuel Advisory Board.
“I guess I’m a good fundraiser,”
he said, “because then they asked me to be on the
Emanuel Corporate Relations Committee.” The Watersons
are also Legacy Circle of Emanuel donors.
Waterson said his focus on the board would
be keeping Emanuel independent and fiscally sound.
“I think it’s important to
have a community hospital run by the community,” he
said.
Another board member, Dr. Paul Carmichael,
has been named Emanuel’s chief of medical staff for
2010. Carmichael is a board-certified general surgeon practicing
at Oasis Surgical located inside the Emanuel Medical Plaza.
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The chief of medical staff serves as a
liaison between the hospital administration and physicians
who practice there.
In addition to Waterson and Carmichael,
the Emanuel board consists of: Jennifer Larson, chair; Walter
C. de Bruyn, vice chair; Arthur De Rooy, treasurer; Marlene
Stante, secretary; Jim Ahlem; Jim Pallios; Wade Fullmer;
Bob Field; Dr. Isaac E. Faraji, vice chief of medical staff;
Dr. Kathleen Kearns, secretary of medical staff; and John
R. Sigsbury, Emanuel president and chief executive officer.
Emanuel Medical Center is a not-for-profit,
community-based Christian hospital. Its 415-bed multi-level
medical campus includes a 221-bed acute care hospital, a
145-bed skilled nursing facility and a 49-bed assisted living
facility. It provides emergency, critical care, pediatric,
medical and surgical services, cardiovascular services,
cancer diagnosis and treatment services, women’s health
services and hospice services.
For more information, to search for a doctor
by specialty or location, or for an online symptom-checker,
visit www.emanuelmedicalcenter.org.
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| February 10, 2010
Train vs.
Pedestrian– Front St south of Fulkerth Rd
On today’s date at approximately 09:04 am, Turlock
Police responded to a call of a pedestrian hit by a train.
The individual was located and found to be suffering from
life threatening injuries. He was transported to an area
hospital and his current condition is unknown. He has been
identified as a male adult 30 years old from the Turlock
area. His name is being withheld pending the notification
of family.
The preliminary investigation indicates
that witnesses observed the male running towards the train
tracks as a train (5 cars in length) was approaching. The
male ran onto the train tracks and continued running in
a southerly direction as the train which was also traveling
southbound at approximately 50 mph hour, was blowing its
horn and activated its emergency braking. The subject was
struck by the train and thrown clear of the railroad tracks.
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The Turlock Police Department is an active
participant in the Crime Stoppers Program. Callers can leave
an anonymous tip by calling Crime Stoppers at (209) 521-4636
and may be eligible for a cash reward. |
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| February
4, 2010
STANISLAUS
COUNTY FAIR WINS MULTIPLE AWARDS
Turlock, CA (February 4, 2010) –
The award winning Stanislaus County Fair, was recognized
once again with five awards by the Western Fairs Association
(WFA).
During a January conference of the WFA, the Stanislaus County
Fair was honored at the organization’s annual awards
banquet. The Fair was honored with four first place awards
and one second place award for their exceptional programs,
exhibits, and promotions.
“It’s a great honor to receive these awards,”
said Tony Leo, interim chief executive officer of the Stanislaus
County Fair. “The Stanislaus County Fair staff and
volunteers, as well as members of the local media who cover
our Fair, have common goals—professionalism and excellence.”
The WFA is a professional non-profit trade association serving
the fair industry throughout 14 Western United States, Canada
and British Columbia. Its 87th Annual Convention and Trade
Show was held in Reno, Nevada.
The WFA honored the Stanislaus County Fair with first place
awards in the following categories:
• Generational Marketing: 55+ Relaxation Station sponsored
by Covenant Village, an indoor gathering place where seniors
could take a break from walking the fair, enjoy entertainment,
cool down from the summer weather, and even expand their
knowledge on senior-related topics.
• Innovative Marketing: Stash of Cash radio promotion
with KHOP @ 95.1 and Mocse Credit Union.
• Our Best New Idea This Year, Marketing: Park ‘n
Ride (shuttle program), Fair patrons parked for free at
the University and/or Pitman High School and rode free to
and from the Stanislaus County Fair’s historic Arch
Gate entrance.
• Viral Video: Rainforest Adventure Video
The Stanislaus County Fair’s second place award was
in the following category:
• New Featured Exhibit: Rainforest Adventure Exhibit
sponsored by Sky Trek Aviation, which transformed an 8,000
square foot cement slab into the Rainforest Adventure—a
multisensory, interactive exhibit that was included with
admission.
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In the exhibit, fair guests of all ages
could see a sloth, take a break with the kinkajous, congregate
with the chameleons, and peek at a porcupine. The toucans,
anacondas, snapping turtles and geckos were there too.
The 2010 Stanislaus County Fair opens Friday, July 16 for
a 10-day run. Discounted Fair admission tickets and unlimited
ride wristbands will go on sale Saturday, May 1, 2010 or
visit the Fair’s website for complete ticket sales
details at www.stancofair.com.
The 2010 fair theme is “Flavors of the Valley.”
The theme will highlight food and beverage products that
are processed in the Central Valley. The 2010 Fair will
also feature the highly-popular Rainforest Adventure, sponsored
by Sky Trek Aviation, which debuted in 2009. Also planned
for 2010 are ten nights of free concerts on the Budweiser
Variety Free Stage that are included with admission, nightly
metal-mashing motorsports in the FoodMaxx Arena, five stages
of live entertainment, upwards of 30,000 local exhibits
and over 1,750 animals.
To receive future Fair announcements by text message, text
the word “FAIR” to 47645. Fair enthusiasts can
also follow how the 2010 Fair is developing at twitter.com/stancofair.
In addition, become a fan of the Fair at facebook.com/stancofair.
Fair news and event listings are also available at myspace.com/stancofair.
The mission of the Stanislaus County Fair is to provide
a family and community oriented experience promoting agriculture,
entertainment and technology. For more information about
the Stanislaus County Fair log onto its website at www.stancofair.com.
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| February 3, 2010
SECONDHAND
DEALER LICENSES ON RISE IN TURLOCK
Turlock Police reported an increase in the number of businesses
applying for and obtaining Secondhand Dealer licenses. Police
held an informational session on January 4, 2010 at Turlock
City Hall to assist local businesses with complying with
state laws regulating Secondhand Dealers and Pawnbrokers.
The California Business and Professions Code defines a Secondhand
Dealer as any person whose business includes buying, selling,
taking in trade, taking in pawn, taking on consignment,
accepting for auction or auctioning secondhand tangible
personal property. Tangible personal property is property
which possesses or demonstrates having had a manufactured
applied serial number, owner applied name or number or inscription;
in addition jewelry and sterling silver is identified on
the Attorney General’s list of tangible personal property.
Turlock Police partnered with local businesses after noticing
that property related crimes had not decreased along with
other serious crimes within the City. The City of Turlock
experienced a decrease in serious crime by almost 20% during
2008 and 2009. Officials became aware that certain businesses
were engaged in the purchase of tangible personal property
including jewelry and video game systems; however those
purchases were not being properly reported to local police
as required by state law. Secondhand Dealers are required
to report the purchase of tangible personal property to
local police and then retain that property for a period
of thirty days. The thirty day retention period allows police
and property owners an opportunity to identify and reclaim
stolen property before it is sold again by the Secondhand
Dealer.
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Turlock Police have also taken the lead
on working with the various law enforcement agencies to
ensure that there is consistency within Stanislaus County
relative overall compliance with state laws related to Secondhand
Dealers. Turlock Police Chief Gary Hampton also shared concerns
with the California Police Chief’s Association and
the Attorney General regarding television ads promoting
mail in jewelry sales which fail to comply with California
laws. For further information, please contact Captain Mike
Langston at (209) 664-7370.
The Turlock Police Department is an active participant in
the Crime Stoppers Program. Callers can leave an anonymous
tip by calling Crime Stoppers at (209) 521-4636 and may
be eligible for a cash reward. |
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| February 3, 2010
PURSE SNATCH
SUSPECTS TARGETING SHOPPERS
2900 block of N. Tegner Road
Turlock Police report that on two occasions during the past
30 days, a male and female team of purse snatch suspects
have struck within the City. The first crime occurred on
January 12, 2010 just after 2:00 P.M. at a membership grocery
store located in the 2900 block of N. Tegner Road. The female
victim was loading groceries into her vehicle with her back
turned away from the shopping cart. A witness reported seeing
an older white Acura Integra driven by a female drive by
the victim. The male passenger of the Integra reached out
the window and grabbed the victim’s purse.
The second crime occurred on February 2,
2010 around 5:00 P.M. at a discount grocery store located
in the 1800 block of Countryside Drive. The suspect vehicle
was described as a dirty white compact car. In this incident,
it was the female passenger who reached out of the vehicle
and grabbed the victim’s purse as the victim loaded
groceries.
The suspects in both incidents were described
as while male and female teenagers. Police are encouraging
shoppers to secure their purses and other valuables in their
vehicles immediately before unloading groceries. Patrol
officers have been alerted to the suspects’ and suspect
vehicle description. Investigators are reviewing prior police
contacts involving Acura Integra vehicles.
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Turlock’s Crime Prevention Coordinator
has also alerted local Business Watch groups to alert managers
to be on the lookout for their customers benefit.
Anyone with information about these incidents
is asked to contact the Turlock Police Department Investigations
Bureau at (209) 664-7334.
The Turlock Police Department is an active
participant in the Crime Stoppers Program. Callers can leave
an anonymous tip by calling Crime Stoppers at (209) 521-4636
and may be eligible for a cash reward. |
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| February
2, 2010
MAN ARRESTED
ON MURDER CHARGES AFTER ROAD RAGE
Turlock, CA – On 2-1-10 at about
1200 hrs, Deputies were dispatched to the 1700 block of
Paulson Rd for a medical aid call. Paramedics arrived on
scene and transported the victim to Emanuel Medical Center
prior to the arrival of law enforcement. Deputies responded
to the hospital and learned the victim’s injuries
were reported to be as a result of an assault.
The victim was listed in serious condition
and taken into surgery for his injuries. Due to the victim’s
condition, Homicide Detectives were notified and responded
to continue the investigation. Detectives were notified
by hospital staff early this morning that the victim had
died from his injuries. The victim was identified as Kenneth
Winter, a 67 year-old Hilmar resident.
Witnesses identified Michael Hoyt as the
person who assaulted the victim. The attack reportedly occurred
in the middle of the roadway in the 1700 block of Paulson
Rd.
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Michael Hoyt was detained without incident
at a residence close to the scene of the crime. He was transported
to the Sheriff’s Department, where he was interviewed
and initially booked on felony assault charges. His charges
were amended early this morning upon notification of the
victim’s death. Michael Hoyt is currently being housed
at the Stanislaus County Jail without bail on a charge of
homicide.
Det. Hatfield said, “We believe there
are additional witnesses to this crime and we would like
to talk to those witnesses concerning this case.”
Anyone with information about this case
is encouraged to contact at Detective Hatfield at (209)
525-7100. |
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| January 25, 2010
Student
Amarpreet Kandola selected for USDA Agricultural Outlook
Forum
TURLOCK - Amarpreet Kandola, a junior
Agricultural
Business major at California State University, Stanislaus,
has been selected to represent the University at the U.S.
Department of Agriculture's 2010 Agricultural Outlook Forum.
Kandola, who lives in Livingston and is
planning a career in the agriculture field, was chosen from
a nationwide field of entrants to participate in the forum
that will be held February 18 and 19 in Arlington, Virginia.
Participants were selected based on recommendations from
their University and a one-page essay about agriculture
as a career, an interest that Kandola said he has renewed
since enrolling at CSU Stanislaus. U.S. Secretary of Agriculture
Tom Vilsack and other top agriculture officials and leaders
are expected to participate in the forum.
"It's exciting to have been selected
because one of my career goals is to someday work for the
USDA," Kandola said. "It will be a great opportunity
to find out a lot more about agricultural topics on a national
level."
Kandola, who is also taking agriculture
classes at Merced College, is active on his family's Livingston
ranch where they grow sweet potatoes, peaches, and almonds.
The USDA's student sponsorship program
was created to increase present and future diversity of
participation in the forum. Students will be briefed by
the USDA Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension
Service (CSREES) about scholarships, career opportunities,
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| January 21, 2010
Umpqua Bank
Robbery – 400 E Olive
On Tuesday, 01-19-10, at about 2:55 p.m.,
a lone White male adult entered Umpqua Bank located at 400
E. Olive Avenue in Turlock, Ca. He approached a teller,
informed the teller he was robbing the bank, and demanded
money. Immediately after receiving the money he left the
bank. No associated vehicles or subjects were observed.
The suspect was described as a White male adult, late 40s
to 60 years old, 5’09” to 6’00”
tall weighing 150 to 180 pounds. His hair was described
as dirty blond to gray and he had a gray mustache. He was
wearing a brown leather jacket and dark jeans.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Turlock Police
Detective Brandon Bertram, (209) 668-5550, ext. #6623 or
Crime Stoppers.
The Turlock Police Department is an active participant
in the Crime Stoppers Program. Callers can leave an anonymous
tip by calling Crime Stoppers at (209) 521-4636 and may
be eligible for a cash reward. |

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| January 21, 2010
Update on
Attempted Kidnapping – 1600 block E Canal
Today, the lead investigator met with
the student and a family member for support. After reviewing
the incident in detail, the student broke down and admitted
that she had fabricated the story after being pressured
by a peer.
Although this incident was not real, similar crimes do occur.
The Turlock Police Department encourages parents to talk
with their children about stranger danger and develop safe
routes to and from school which includes walking in groups.
The Turlock Police Department will continue to partner with
the Turlock Unified School District to ensure the safety
of all students travelling to and from school. Further questions
regarding this incident should be referred to Captain Mike
Langston at 664-7370 or 678-6255.
The Turlock Police Department is an active participant
in the Crime Stoppers Program. Callers can leave an anonymous
tip by calling Crime Stoppers at (209) 521-4636 and may
be eligible for a cash reward. |

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| January 21, 2010
Attempted
Kidnapping – 1600 block E Canal
Turlock Police are investigating an attempted
kidnapping that occurred Wednesday near Turlock High School.
A 13 year old middle school student told officers that while
walking to school, she was forced into a black van by a
Hispanic male. The girl reported fighting off this attacker
and a White male inside the cargo area of the vehicle. There
were two other males within the driver area of the van.
The victim continued to school, telling a friend of the
incident a short while later. Near the end of the school
day, the second student felt compelled to notify a school
official who in turn contacted police. Turlock School District
Officials issued a parent alert.
Recognizing the similarity to an attempted kidnapping in
Modesto on January 5, investigators are working to determine
any connection between the two crimes. School Resource Officers
have been alerted to the vehicle and suspect descriptions
and additional patrol resources have been diverted to local
schools.
Police and school district officials will continue to work
collaboratively to ensure the safety of all students. Questions
regarding this incident should be directed to Captain Mike
Langston at 664-7370 or 678-6255.
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The Turlock Police Department is an active
participant in the Crime Stoppers Program. Callers can leave
an anonymous tip by calling Crime Stoppers at (209) 521-4636
and may be eligible for a cash reward. |
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| January
15, 2010
New Emanuel
Medical Center Website Is More Interactive and Informative

Turlock, CA—Emanuel Medical Center
launches a new website today to provide the community with
more information than ever before – and in a more
colorful and interactive package.
The hospital’s domain—www.emanuelmedicalcenter.org—remains
the same. However, visitors to the site will discover new
interactive features that bring easy-to-understand health
information closer to home. One of those features is “Adam,”
an online symptom-checker that lets you click where it hurts
and learn about possible causes. Another lets visitors search
for a doctor by specialty and location.
The site also includes updated information
on all of Emanuel’s facilities and services.
“Emanuel continues to expand to meet
the needs of our community – bringing new technology,
new physicians and new facilities to Turlock,” said
Emanuel President and CEO John R. Sigsbury. “We thought
this was a good time to expand our website as well, bringing
all of that information right to people’s computers.”
The new site is brighter and easier to
navigate, and features an interactive calendar of health
classes and events, listings of the latest Emanuel news
and an online job search and application function.
“As Emanuel continues to expand to
better serve the community’s healthcare needs, so
will the website,” Sigsbury said. “We know for
many people this is the front door to the hospital and all
we have to offer. We want it to be informative and inviting.”
To announce the launch, Emanuel included
complimentary magnets with the site address – www.emanuelmedicalcenter.org
– in the latest issue of HeartBeat, the hospital’s
three-times-a-year newsletter, mailed to households in Turlock
and nearby communities. For a free subscription to HeartBeat
please phone the hospital’s Corporate Communication
Office at 664-5675.
Emanuel Medical Center is a not-for-profit,
community-based Christian hospital. Its 415-bed multi-level
medical campus includes a 221-bed acute care hospital, a
145-bed skilled nursing facility and a 49-bed assisted living
facility. It provides emergency, critical care, pediatric,
medical and surgical services, cardiology, cancer diagnosis
and treatment services, women’s health services, and
hospice services. |
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| January
15, 2010
PATTERSON
TODDLER’S MOTHER ARRESTED ON MURDER CHARGES
Patterson, CA – On 1-14-10, at around
6:00 PM, Stanislaus County Sheriff’s deputies were
dispatched to assist medical personnel on reports of a child
who had drowned at 400 #Blk Thrush Dr, Patterson. When officers
arrived at the residence they located the unresponsive victim,
identified as 3 year old Alexandrea Bigham.
Medical personnel and deputies on scene
performed CPR on the child who was eventually transported
by air ambulance to Doctor’s Medical Center, Modesto.
Alexandrea was pronounced dead by medical staff at approximately
9:50 PM.
After investigating throughout the night
detectives determined the drowning of the child was an intentional
act by the victim’s mother, Jennifer Bigham, 23 of
Castro Valley. Jennifer was also found to have suffered
non-life threatening, self-inflicted stab wounds to her
upper torso.
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After being treated by medical personnel
Jennifer was transported to and booked into the Stanislaus
County Public Safety Center on charges of murder and child
abuse resulting in death.
Both Jennifer and Alexandrea were visiting
family members in Patterson and are originally from the
Hayward area.
Anyone with information about this case
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| December
17, 2009
SHERIFF’S
DEPARTMENT TO DELIVER FOOD AND TOYS TO FAMILIES
MODESTO, CA - Members of the Stanislaus
County Sheriff’s Department Employee Foundation, with
the help of the California Highway Patrol will deliver food
and toys to 35 families throughout Stanislaus
County next Tuesday. The Sheriff’s Department Employee
Foundation has adopted families who need a
little extra holiday cheer. Over the past month, employees
have been collecting clothes and toys. The
Modesto office of the California Highway Patrol also donated
a large amount of toys. “This is just a way
for us to give a little back to the community this year,”
said Sheriff’s Employee Foundation Toy Drive
Chairperson, Kristi Ah You.
The Sheriff’s Employee Foundation also bought 35 holiday
dinners that will be delivered with the toys on
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Several units within the Sheriff’s
Department, including
the K-9 Team, Detective Team, Swat Team, Sheriff's
Employees and Sheriff Adam Christianson will help
deliver the toys and dinners. The Modesto office of the
California Highway Patrol will also be assisting in
the delivery of the dinners and toys.
The media is invited to attend this event and ride along
with any of the delivery teams. Please arrive at the
Sheriff’s Main Office located at 250 E. Hackett Rd,
Modesto, CA by 8:30 am on December 22, 2009 if
you wish to ride along with one of the delivery teams.
For information regarding this press release please contact
Kristi Ah You at (209) 567-4510. |
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| December
14, 2009
Renowned
Surgeon to Head Emanuel’s New
Cardiovascular Surgery Program
Turlock, Emanuel Medical Center (EMC) has
selected a prominent, internationally known cardiac surgeon
as the Medical Director of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery.
Harold Tabaie, DO, PhD, FACC, FACOS, was most recently president
of Bradenton Cardiac Surgeons, an open heart program in
Florida that he started in 1991. He was the Director and
the Chief of the Cardiothoracic Surgery Program and the
principal-initial investigator of robotic assisted coronary
artery bypass surgery.

Dr. Tabaie received his bachelors in biological
sciences and masters in microbiology in his hometown of
Sacramento at CSU and earned a PhD in Cardiovascular and
Pulmonary Physiology and Anatomy from UC Davis. Subsequently
he completed a post-doctoral cardiovascular research fellowship
at the School of Medicine and Department of Physiology,
Michigan State University, in East Lansing. He then received
his doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Michigan State University,
School of Osteopathic Medicine.
He completed an internship at Detroit Osteopathic and Bi-County
Hospitals and then did a general surgery residency at New
Jersey School of Medicine and Dentistry, School of Osteopathic
Medicine’s affiliate hospital, JF Kennedy Memorial
Hospital, Stratford, New Jersey. He then moved to Philadelphia
for a cardiothoracic surgery and research fellowship/residency
in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery of Hahnemann
Medical College and Hospital. Subsequently, he completed
his fellowship training in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery
at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in Cleveland, Ohio. He
attained Clinical Associate status in the department of
Cardiothoracic and Vascular (CTV) surgery at the Cleveland
Clinic Foundation following his training.
Dr. Tabaie will be integral to the development
of Emanuel’s new flagship program, the Invasive/Interventional
Cardiovascular Services Department now under construction
on the hospital’s first floor and due to open in spring
2010.
“I left my busy practice of 20 years
to come to California for two important reasons: One, to
be close to my large family and two, a third chance to launch
an open heart program – this time at Emanuel Medical
Center,” he says. “With the unparalleled and
busy cardiology groups, well-qualified specialists, and
dedicated primary care physicians, as well as the compassionate
nursing staff that we already have at EMC, we should have
no problem with such an endeavor. This community deserves
its own program.”
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Dr. Tabaie has pioneered many innovations
during his 25-year career in open heart, thoracic and vascular
surgery. He performed the world’s first closed chest
robotically assisted coronary artery bypass surgery in Moscow,
Russia, in 1999. He was part of the first US feasibility
study on the use of robotics in cardiac surgery, and was
the first to publish a paper on port placement for robotic
cardiac surgery. He, along with Dr. Domiano, completed and
published the first US feasibility investigation on “Robotics
in Cardiac Surgery” for the Food and Drug Administration.
He was among the first to perform beating
open heart surgery and minimally coronary artery bypass
surgery. He has presented lectures nationally and internationally
on robotic surgery and cardiac valve surgery and was among
the first to perform minimally invasive valve and robotic
valve surgery. He was selected among the best surgeons by
the Consumer Research Council of America in 2007. He has
been noted numerous times in local papers in his previous
practice location as the best cardiac surgeon, innovator,
teacher, and most caring by his colleagues, students, and
patients. In addition to Bradenton, Dr. Tabaie also founded
an open heart program in 1988 in Philadelphia at Metropolitan
Hospital and had a cardiothoracic and vascular practice
there from 1985-90. He moved to Florida and practiced there
until joining Emanuel in September.
“We have a superb Cardiology Department,
dedicated specialist and primary care physicians, as well
as enthusiastic and willing staff including various service
departments at Emanuel, he says. “The multi-purpose
Catheterization Lab will be completed soon and we need our
own CTV Surgery Program to provide a more complete quality
of care for our community and our patients and to keep the
continuity of care with the physicians and nurses who know
and have cared for their patients.”
Dr. Tabaie is looking forward to training
Emanuel’s surgical and nursing staff for the new program.
”I enjoy teaching as well as learning, he states.
“I plan to organize didactics and in-services and
be available to the nursing staff to bring them up to par
by the time we are ready to launch our program. I have no
doubt that with everyone’s willingness and cooperation,
as well as our community’s support, that all hurdles
will be overcome.
“I want to encourage everyone to
participate in expanding our treatment facility to a new
chapter of having complete cardiac services at EMC, which
is essential for our community, our patients, and our hospital.
We have the technology, well-qualified specialists, and
primary care physicians, a well built ICU and ER and a hard-working
nursing staff to launch such a program equal to any other
respected programs in the US. I look forward to be working
side by side with our staff to make this a reality.”
After extensive experience and training,
Dr. Tabaie has returned to his northern California roots
to successfully launch his third and final heart program
for this region. He has opened his practice, West Regional
Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons, West Regional Vein
Center, in the Emanuel Medical Plaza at 880 E. Tuolumne
Road, Ste 201, in Turlock.
Dr. Tabaie can be reached at (209) 632-1581. |
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