Eisenhower Health Expands Toxicology Team for 24/7 Specialized Care

Eisenhower Health in Rancho Mirage is strengthening its toxicology services, making it the only hospital in the Coachella Valley with board-certified toxicologists on staff. The expansion allows the hospital to provide 24/7 expert care for cases involving poisoning, overdoses, and toxic exposures, ensuring patients receive immediate, specialized treatment.

Dr. Nathan Friedman, a medical toxicologist at Eisenhower, emphasized the significance of this growth, stating that access to toxicology expertise can be lifesaving, especially in emergencies such as snake bites or severe drug overdoses.

“It certainly could mean the difference between life or death,” Dr. Friedman said.

Before this expansion, residents seeking toxicology services often had to travel to major academic medical centers like UCSD or UCLA. Now, with an additional toxicologist and increased outpatient clinic offerings, Eisenhower Health can provide critical follow-up care without requiring an emergency room visit.

The toxicology team works closely with emergency staff and local first responders, reinforcing the hospital’s commitment to improving patient care and accessibility within the region.

With a growing team, Eisenhower Health is better equipped than ever to serve the Coachella Valley and provide specialized toxicology treatment closer to home.

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