CHA Hollywood Presbyterian

September is National Preparedness Month. This annual recognition is aimed at raising awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that could happen at a moment’s notice. Dr. Thomas Horowitz, Family Medicine Specialist, shares his tips on how to stay prepared.

Step 1: Review your plan
Arrange how you will communicate with family, should cellular service be unavailable, and arrange a meeting spot. Have a few different locations for extra

Recovering from a life-changing trauma or illness requires a holistic approach. An inpatient acute rehabilitation program is designed to get you back to your active life. Diane Salgado PT, Therapy Manager at CHA HPMC, shares insights into the comprehensive care provided by our facility.

Can you provide an overview of what acute rehab services entail in a hospital setting?
Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) utilizes an interdisciplinary approach to providing therapy services: physical therapy,

Community hospitals play an indispensable role in providing vital care to patients and the broader community. According to the American Hospital Association, community hospitals encompass “all non-federal, short-term general and other special hospitals whose facilities and services are available to the public.” The core value of these hospitals lies in their dedication to serving the local community.

As a community hospital, CHA Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center (CHA HPMC) has proudly been serving Hollywood and surrounding

Summer season is when people take breaks to go on vacation and engage in outdoor activities under the sunshine. However, it is important to be aware of the potential risks associated with these activities. Dr. Thomas Horowitz, Family Medicine Specialist at CHA HPMC, and Anne Horowitz, Nutritionist, share essential summer safety tips for this season.

Since summer is swimsuit season, many people may want to shed a few pounds. Here are a few

A healthy and balanced diet is key to a strong immune system. Marilyn Berger, Registered Dietitian, shares essential vitamins and foods that support a healthy immune system.

Nutritious foods can strengthen the immune system. However, it would be somewhat flawed to say that any one vitamin, or special diet alone, could drastically improve one’s immune health. The immune system is a bit more complicated than that. There are many other factors affecting immune health,