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South Lake Tahoe man dies in vehicle accident at Ski Run and Pioneer Trail
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 12/15/2012 - 2:43pmA South Lake Tahoe man died and two were hospitalized in an early Saturday morning accident near Pioneer Trail and Ski Run Boulevard.
William Olazaba of South Lake Tahoe, a passenger in a white Honda Accord driven by Roberto Olazaba, 22, died at Barton Memorial Hospital. According to South Lake Tahoe police, the Honda broadsided a GMC Yukon driven by Noe Corea, 26, of South Lake Tahoe.
The accident was reported at around 1:35 a.m. and alcohol is suspected as being a contributing factor, according to South Lake Tahoe police. The vehicles struck a power utility box and knocked out power to the Ski Run area, police said.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Department Has Begun Its Holiday Route
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 12/14/2012 - 7:56amThe South Lake Tahoe Fire Department has begun handing out candy canes from the decorated fire truck driving throughout the community through Dec. 23. Each night, the holiday truck will make its way through specific sections of the City and the complete schedule is listed below.
These scheduled dates will be dependent on the weather, and may be changed due to driving conditions or emergency responses.
One hospitalized in Highway 50 accident near the Cave Rock tunnels
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 12/13/2012 - 11:06amA Carson CIty woman was taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries after a vehicle accident Thursday morning near the Cave Rock tunnel.
The accident was reported at 7:32 a.m. The preliminary crash investigation details indicate that a silver Subaru was traveling westbound on US 50 driven by Patricia Schille, 48, of Carson City, reports Trooper Daniel Lopez.
Wellness Lab Panels and Additional Lab Tests
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 12/10/2012 - 12:36amWellness lab panels and additional lab tests will be held Saturday, Dec. 22, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Barton Laboratory across from Barton Memorial Hospital (2169 South Ave. South Lake Tahoe, CA) and Barton Laboratory at Stateline Medical Center (155 Highway 50 Stateline, NV, First Floor.)
Lab panels are by appointment only. For appointments, register on-line at www.bartonhealth.org/lab or call the
Wellness Lab panels and Additional Lab Tests
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 12/10/2012 - 12:31amWellness Lab panels and Additional Lab Tests are slated for Wednesday, Dec. 19 from 6:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Barton Laboratory across from Barton Memorial Hospital, 2169 South Ave. South Lake Tahoe. Lab panels are by appointment only. For appointments, register on-line at www.bartonhealth.org/lab or call the Barton Hospital Laboratory at (530) 543-5855, select option 2, then select option 3 and leave a message.
Take those extra steps to fight flu
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 12/06/2012 - 12:36amDuring the annual flu season, it is Barton Health’s priority to protect the health of our patients, employees and community. New for 2013, El Dorado County’s Public Health department has mandated that all healthcare workers wear masks while providing patient care if they have not been immunized for influenza.
OBITUARY: Gertrude (Gert) Matilda Weibel
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 12/05/2012 - 6:00amGertrude (Gert) Matilda Weibel, peacefully passed away on November 2, 2012, in South Tahoe at the Barton Skilled Nursing Facility at the age of 86. She was born in Estherville, Iowa in 1926 and ...
KLS Capital buys 24 percent stake in Whistler Blackcomb
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 12/04/2012 - 7:04amKLS Capital Partners, the owners of ski resorts Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows, has entered into a purchase agreement with Intrawest to acquire 24 percent of shares in Whistler Blackcomb Holdings Inc.
The deal is for $115,929,375, according to UnofficialNetworks.com. As a result of the sale Whistler Blackcomb Holdings CEO, Bill Jensen, has tendered his resignation as well as directors Wes Edens and Jonathan Ashley.
South Lake Tahoe 'Light up a Life' interfaith ceremony celebrates loss of loved ones
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 11/29/2012 - 12:58pm
Event Date:
December 6, 2012 - 5:30pm
Light up a Life — an annual South Lake Tahoe interfaith ceremony that provides the community an opportunity to gather and honor those of whom they've loved and lost — will be Thursday, Dec. 6, 5:30 p.m. at Inn by the Lake. The ceremony provides all to reflect and community members the chance to share and pay tribute to the memory of those lost who remain close.
Festival of Trees and Lights begins Thursday
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 11/26/2012 - 8:52pmBarton Foundation’s fourth annual Festival of Trees and Lights will begin this Thursday, Nov. 29 and run through Sunday, Dec. 2 at Montbleu Resort Casino and Spa, Convention Center.
Throughout the last three-years, Barton Foundation has dedicated funds raised from The Festival to Barton Health’s Community Clinic expansion and renovation. A Level III trauma center, located in Barton Memorial Hospital’s Emergency Department (E.D.), is this year’s fundraising initiative.
Lake Tahoe Young Professionals make Basecamp Hotel the home base for December mixer
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 11/19/2012 - 6:54pm
Event Date:
December 12, 2012 - 7:00pm
The Tahoe Regional Young Professionals will roast s’mores by the fire and sample fondue, soups and hearty treats at Basecamp Hotel’s recently opened bar, Dec. 12 from 7 – 10 p.m.
Truckee native joins Barton psychiatry
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 11/17/2012 - 6:00amDr. Tracy Protell, child and adolescent psychiatric specialist, recently joined Dr. Sonia Rupp at Barton Psychiatry.Providing comprehensive psychiatric and psychological diagnostic evaluations and ...
Tahoe Chamber celebrates 2012 Blue Ribbon winners at awards ceremony
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 11/16/2012 - 11:28am
UPDATED: The 5th annual Tahoe Chamber Blue Ribbons Awards were held Thursday night, recognizing businesses, individual and organizations for their outstanding service and contribution to the South Shore Lake Tahoe community. The awards presentation recognized all businesses nominated and announce the winners of the eight separate categories.
The winners, finalists and honorable mentions are listed in the attachment below the story:
Kudos & Kindness: Thanks for helping us raise awareness of breast cancer
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 11/15/2012 - 6:00amOn behalf of the George Whittell JV Girls Volleyball team, I would like to thank Barton Health/Tahoe Center for Orthopedics for sponsoring the purchase of pink uniforms in honor of Breast Cancer Aw...
Lake Tahoe Festival of Trees and Lights at MontBleu Resort Casino and Spa
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 11/14/2012 - 1:34pmEvent Date:
November 29, 2012 - 10:00am
The holiday season kicks off with magic and splendor Nov. 29 through Dec. 2 with the 4th annual Barton Health Festival of Trees & Lights at MontBleu Resort Casino and Spa.
Police investigating fight near Tahoe Keys
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/13/2012 - 6:03pmPolice are investigating a fight on the 2200 block of Montana Avenue that sent one man to the hospital early Friday morning, Lt. David Stevenson said.Police responded to Barton Memorial Hospital ab...
Business Cooperation Makes a Difference in Lake Tahoe, Carson City
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 11/13/2012 - 2:13pmObama has been re-elected for a second term, and many entrepreneurs are unsure about what the next four years will bring. However, one business-building tactic that is often overlooked and is a true driver of business growth and success is partnership. Two agencies, based in Carson City and South Lake Tahoe, have been cooperating since 2009 and have served Tahoe-based clients such as Mackenzie Martin of Century 21 Tahoe Paradise, I DO Tahoe Weddings, and Olsen Paving & Sealcoating, among others. Their newest account is Barton Health.
Truckee native joins Barton Psychiatry
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 11/09/2012 - 12:31pm
Dr. Tracy Protell, child and adolescent psychiatric specialist, recently joined Dr. Sonia Rupp at Barton Psychiatry in South Lake Tahoe. Providing comprehensive psychiatric and psychological diagnostic evaluations and treatment services for children and adolescents, Dr. Protell treats patients with developmental, behavioral, emotional and mental disorders.
Rowe, Wade arrested on drug charges
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 11/08/2012 - 5:40pmSouth Lake El Dorado Narcotics Enforcement Team members arrested two people on suspicion of drug charges Nov. 2 after the pair allegedly tried to make a hand-off of cocaine and heroin at Barton Mem...
American Century delivers $64,500 to Lake Tahoe South nonprofit organizations
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 11/08/2012 - 4:53pm
The 2012 American Century Championship continues to benefit Tahoe South as the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority distributed $64,500 to 23 non-profit groups through funds raised during the annual celebrity golf tournament.
Barton Health supports Lake Tahoe area organizations in need
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 11/08/2012 - 1:52pm
“Empowerment” is the premise of Barton Health's Community Advisory Committee (CAC). After careful evaluation of 19 grant applications, nine-non-profits recently received $24,000 in grants from the CAC. Through these grants, the CAC is able to “empower” area community programs with funding to help close the health gaps and address health issues within the community.
Minden elementary school students get hands-on education at Barton
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 11/05/2012 - 6:26pm
"I hope one-day that I'll be able to use the da Vinci again," said one fourth-grader from Grace Christian Academy in Minden, Nev. One-day he just may. Parents and teachers of the 18 little visitors who drove from Minden on Thursday managed to keep third and fourth graders in-line during a two-hour tour at Barton Memorial Hospital. With wide open eyes, the questions soared and the excitement was building just before they made their first stop to the operating room.
Barton Auxiliary’s Famous Cheese Balls available now
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 11/01/2012 - 9:49pmEvent Date:
November 4, 2012 - 9:00am
Famously garlicky, nutty and slightly spicy, Barton Auxiliary’s Cheese Balls have arrived.
One creamy swipe across a piece of sourdough bread or dipped with a cracker, and anyone with a discerning palate can tell the difference between store-bought and these homemade delights.
El Dorado County Search and Rescue deployed to 11 calls throughout Lake Tahoe and Sierra
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 10/25/2012 - 8:58amIt has been a very busy week for the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Unit. Numerous backcountry visitors were caught off guard with the arrival of this weekend’s inclement weather.
Approximately 60 SAR volunteers along with four Sheriff’s deputies responded to 11 different deployments between Friday and Wednesday. Nine of the SAR events were within the borders of El Dorado County while two were in Alpine County.
'Test Drive' Barton Memorial Hospital's 'da Vinci' during Nevada Day
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 10/20/2012 - 2:14am
Barton Memorial Hospital’s da Vinci® Si Surgical System will be on display for special public viewing during Nevada Day on Saturday, October 27 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Carson City’s Nugget Convention Center Lobby.
Nevada Day attendees will have the opportunity to “test drive” the da Vinci and enter to win an iPad. Barton Memorial Hospital, located in South Lake Tahoe, is one of the only hospitals serving Northern Nevada and California to offer da Vinci single-site gallbladder surgery.
Chamber Announces the 2012 Blue Ribbon Award Nominees
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 10/19/2012 - 2:32pmThe Blue Ribbon Award nominations have been tallied, with more than 150 nominations received. Thank you to the businesses and individuals who took the time to nominate those making significant contributions to the South Shore community. The 5th Annual Blue Ribbon Awards Dinner & Ceremony will be held on November 15 at Embassy Suites; all nominees will be recognized and the winners will be announced during the ceremony.
Barton on course to be trauma center; severs ties with 4 docs
Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/16/2012 - 1:59amBarton skilled nursing facility receives five-star designation
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 10/13/2012 - 6:00amBarton Memorial Hospital's skilled nursing facility was recently awarded five stars by Medicare.According Medicare.gov, the five-star quality ratings are: "based on the Omnibus Reconciliation Act o...
Free Wellness Lecture on Shoulder Arthritis Treatment Options
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 10/11/2012 - 4:54pm
Event Date:
October 17, 2012 - 6:00pm
Join Daniel Robertson, MD, an orthopedic physician with Tahoe Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, on Wednesday, October 17 at 6 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Express in Minden, Nev., for a free, hour-long-discussion with a focus on shoulder arthritis treatment options. The discussion will focus on shoulder anatomy, the signs and symptoms of shoulder arthritis, and how physicians diagnosis and treat shoulder arthritis.
Health care reform at heart of Barton, OB-GYN conflict
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/11/2012 - 4:06pm*An article in the Oct 10. edition of the Tribune incorrectly stated the number of contracts renewed at Barton Health in the past year. The hospital renewed contracts with 25 physicians in the past...
Health care reform at heart of Barton, OB-GYN conflict
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/11/2012 - 4:06pm*An article in the Oct 10. edition of the Tribune incorrectly stated the number of contracts renewed at Barton Health in the past year. The hospital renewed contracts with 25 physicians in the past...
Barton Health patients safe from fatal Fungal Meningitis outbreak
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 10/11/2012 - 12:15pmAccording to The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) there have been 137 persons with Fungal Meningitis reported to be linked to epidural steroid injections of the steroid, methylprednisolone and 12 related deaths. The contamination of these epidural injections was the result of contamination by a single compounding pharmacy in Massachusetts, New England Compounding Center (NECC).
Officials: Barton does not purchase drugs from company linked to fungal meningitis outbreak
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/11/2012 - 6:00amBarton Health issued a statement Thursday stating it does not purchase drugs from the New England Compounding Center, the company accused of selling contaminated steroid injections that have report...
Health care reform at heart of Barton, OB-GYN conflict
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/10/2012 - 6:00amAs the debate on health care reform continues to take center stage across the country, some very real effects of the 2010 Affordable Care Act have already reached California and the Lake Tahoe Basi...
Health care reform at heart of Barton, OB-GYN conflict
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/10/2012 - 6:00amAs the debate on health care reform continues to take center stage across the country, some very real effects of the 2010 Affordable Care Act have already reached California and the Lake Tahoe Basi...
Barton to host vaccination clinics
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/10/2012 - 6:00amBarton Health will offer three vaccination clinics in the coming weeks.The clinics will offer seasonal flu and pneumonia vaccinations for people of all ages. The seasonal vaccine will be provided f...
Barton Health providing seasonal flu, pneumonia vaccinations
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 10/08/2012 - 11:18pmEvent Date:
October 20, 2012 - 9:00am
Barton Health encourages our community to be protected during flu season by offering affordable vaccinations during convenient dates and times, at the following locations:
Saturday, Oct. 20, 9 a.m. to noon and again on Saturday, Nov. 17, 9 a.m. to noon at Barton Family Medicine, 1090 Third Street, South Lake Tahoe.
Saturday, Nov. 3, 9 a.m. to noon, Barton Urgent Care & Family Practice at Stateline Medical Center, 155 Highway 50, Stateline, Nev.
Ages 3 - 18 FREE.* Cost for ages 19 and older: Seasonal Flu Shot: $20; Pneumonia Vaccine: $35
Important information:
Free Barton Health Wellness Lecture: Maximizing Nutrition and Exercise for the Busy Life with Paula Crenshaw
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 10/06/2012 - 10:35pmEvent Date:
November 7, 2012 - 6:00pm
Even with your busy Lake Tahoe lifestyle, do you find it difficult to balance exercise and diet? If so you won't want to miss Barton Health's free wellness lecture: "Maximizing Nutrition and Exercise for the Busy Life" with Paula Crenshaw, MD. This free event will be Nov. 7, 6 p.m. at Kahle Community Center in Stateline. Among the topics for discussion are: Food vs vitamin pills? Research shows why food nutrients are better than supplements; What foods have the greatest nutrient value?
Free Barton Health Wellness Lecture: Winter Sports Injury Lecture with Terrence Orr, MD & Chris Proctor, MPT
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 10/06/2012 - 10:16pmEvent Date:
November 1, 2012 - 6:00pm
A free Barton Health Lake Tahoe winter sports injury lecture with Terrence Orr, MD and Chris Proctor, MPT will be at Lake Tahoe Community College, One College Drive, South Lake Tahoe, from 6-7 p.m. Topics featured include: knee anatomy, common sports injuries and awareness; Current knee injury trends and sports-related injuries; Surgical treatment and management; avoiding knee injuries and pre-season conditioning exercises. See flier below.
Kudos & Kindness: Thanks for support of adult prom fundraiser for NDA
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 10/06/2012 - 6:00amOn behalf of the Nevada Diabetes Association's first adult prom, I would like to thank this wonderful community for the support of a great cause. We raised almost $9,000. Also, thank you to Barton ...
Guest column: Barton continues to support women's health services in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/05/2012 - 6:00amHealth care reform continues to be the buzz around the nation, and with the upcoming presidential election, reform will continue to be among one of the hottest discussion topics. Reform is aimed at...
Guest column: Barton continues to support women's health services in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/05/2012 - 6:00amHealth care reform continues to be the buzz around the nation, and with the upcoming presidential election, reform will continue to be among one of the hottest discussion topics. Reform is aimed at...
OB-GYN contracts not renewed at Barton
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/05/2012 - 6:00amBarton Health is looking to hire new obstetricians and gynecologists after two physician groups decided not to renew their contracts with the hospital. Negotiations fell through after Barton decide...
Guest column: Barton continues to support women's health services in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/05/2012 - 6:00amHealth care reform continues to be the buzz around the nation, and with the upcoming presidential election, reform will continue to be among one of the hottest discussion topics. Reform is aimed at...
OB-GYN contracts not renewed at Barton
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/05/2012 - 6:00amBarton Health is looking to hire new obstetricians and gynecologists after two physician groups decided not to renew their contracts with the hospital. Negotiations fell through after Barton decide...
