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CRYSTAL RIVER, FL – On November 5, 2016, more than 150 runners participated in the annual Kings Bay 5K Run hosted in Hunter Springs Park. This event was coordinated by Seven Rivers Regional Medical Center, with Crystal Automotive as the presenting sponsor. This year’s beneficiary was the Citrus County Education Foundation (CCEF), in support of their Health Schools Rule mini-grant program. Created in 1988, CCEF has committed to awarding classroom and department mini-grants to deserving educators ... Read More

CRYSTAL RIVER, FL – Seven Rivers Regional’s Parkinson’s Disease Outreach Group provides people with Parkinson’s and their caregivers an opportunity to discuss topics of interest, share information and experiences, and brainstorm solutions to common problems. The support group is held the second Thursday of each month from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Senior Circle Center, 11537 W. Emerald Oaks Dr., Crystal River. On December 8, Maria Liston, physical therapist, welcomes all survivo ... Read More

In recent years, the American Heart Association has identified diabetes as one of the seven major, controllable risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Adults with diabetes are about 50 percent more likely to die from the effects of a heart attack than adults without diabetes, according to a study of 700,000 people over ten years by the University of Leeds. There have been significant advances in the treatment of heart disease over the past two decades. In general, your chances of surviving a heart attack ... Read More

CRYSTAL RIVER, FL – The Stroke Support & Outreach Group at Seven Rivers Regional Medical Center is for stroke survivors and individuals at highest risk for stroke – like those who have survived a transient ischemic attack (TIA) or have atrial fibrillation. The group encourages individuals with similar experiences and challenges to learn more about risk factors, warning signs, recovery, rehabilitation and a healthier lifestyle. At each meeting, clinical experts discuss health topics related ... Read More

CRYSTAL RIVER, FL – If you need help comparing plans or filling-out an application on the Health Insurance Marketplace, Seven Rivers Regional Medical Center is once again offering free assistance during Open Enrollment, November 1 – January 31, 2017. Appointments may be made with the hospital’s certified assisters by calling (352) 795-8336, or can be booked online by going to www.GetCoveredAmerica.org/connector. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) was passed in 2010, and this year’s ... Read More

CRYSTAL RIVER, FL — Deborah Lehrich, M.D., was recently appointed to the medical staff at Seven Rivers Regional Medical Center. She specializes in internal medicine. Dr. Lehrich earned her medical degree from University of Connecticut School of Medicine in Farmington, CT. She then moved to Louisiana, where she completed an internal medicine residency from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in Shreveport. After, she remained at Louisiana State University to complete the hematology and o ... Read More

CRYSTAL RIVER, FL — Eric Hirsch, MD, was recently appointed to the medical staff at Seven Rivers Regional Medical Center. He specializes in orthopedics. Dr. Hirsch earned his medical degree from Tulane School of Medicine in New Orleans, LA. Upon graduation, he completed an internship and residency at William Beaumont Army Medical Center in categorical surgery and orthopedic surgery, respectively. During this time, he served as a Major in the United States Army. Upon conclusion of his service, he comp ... Read More

CRYSTAL RIVER, F L — Gisela Trigo, M.D., FACC was recently appointed to the medical staff at Seven Rivers Regional Medical Center. She specializes in cardiology. Dr. Trigo received her medical degree from Universidad Autonoma in Guadalajara, Mexico. She then completed a residency in internal medicine at both Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago, IL and West Suburban Hospital in Oak Park, IL. She also completed a cardiology fellowship at Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago, IL. Dr. Trigo ... Read More

Halloween is an exciting time of year for everyone – especially kids. Who doesn’t love wearing costumes, eating way too much chocolate and dancing the night away at parties? However, if not properly prepared, Halloween has the potential to be much scarier. To help keep you and your little ones safe this season, the American Academy of Pediatrics has offered some ghoulishly good tips: Use caution with costumes . Plan costumes that are bright and reflective. Make sure shoes fit well and costumes ... Read More

CRYSTAL RIVER, FL — Subba Reddy Vanga, MD, was recently appointed to Seven Rivers Regional Medical Center’s medical staff. He specializes in interventional cardiology. Dr. Vanga earned his medical degree from Guntur Medical College in Guntur, India. Later, he underwent medical training in the United Kingdom and achieved membership of the Royal College of Physicians (UK). He also completed master of science degrees in medical informatics and clinical research from Northwestern University in Chic ... Read More