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First Radiation-Free Afib Procedure Performed at MountainView Hospital
New technology enables treatment of atrial fibrillation without radiation exposure
MountainView Hospital performed its first radiation-free pulsed field ablation (PFA) procedure this morning to treat a patient with atrial fibrillation (AFib). The procedure was completed by Dr. Niuton Koide using advanced mapping technology and ultrasound without the use of X-rays.
This marks an important step forward in heart care, as traditional procedures typically rely on fluoroscopy, a type of X-ray imaging that exposes both patients and medical teams to radiation. By eliminating X-rays entirely, this new approach improves safety and reduces long-term health risks.
Pulsed field ablation is a minimally invasive procedure that treats AFib by using controlled electrical pulses to target the small areas of heart tissue causing an irregular heartbeat. Unlike older methods that use heat or extreme cold, this technology is more precise and helps protect surrounding tissue.
“This type of procedure takes a great amount of skill and precision,” said Dr. Koide. “Performing pulsed field ablation without fluoroscopy is an important advancement that allows us to improve safety while delivering effective care for our patients.”
In addition to benefiting patients, the zero-fluoroscopy approach improves working conditions for medical staff. Without the need for radiation, care teams no longer have to rely on heavy lead protective gear, helping reduce fatigue and long-term orthopedic strain.
“Achievements like this reflect the incredible skill of our physicians and their commitment to advancing care in our community,” said Alexis Mussi, CEO of MountainView Hospital. “We are proud to bring innovative, safer treatment options to our patients and continue improving the health of those we serve.”
AFib is the most common type of heart rhythm disorder and can cause symptoms such as a fast or irregular heartbeat, fatigue, shortness of breath and increased risk of stroke. If left untreated, it can lead to serious complications including blood clots, heart failure and other heart-related conditions.
About MountainView Hospital:
MountainView Hospital is a state-of-the-art, full-service medical facility located in the heart of northwest Las Vegas. With a dedicated and talented staff of employees and outstanding physicians, MountainView Hospital is recognized for high patient satisfaction and for providing quality and compassionate care to our community since 1996. MountainView features nationally recognized programs including a top cardiovascular and thoracic center and integrated cardiology clinic, and the renowned Las Vegas Institute for Robotic Surgery. MountainView is the only hospital in Nevada to offer bone marrow transplants. The Sunrise Health Medical Education Consortium, based at MountainView, trains the next generation of physicians and surgeons for our community.
MountainView is a member of the respected Sunrise Health System consisting of Sunrise Hospital, Sunrise Children’s Hospital, Southern Hills Hospital and several surgery, diagnostic imaging, urgent care centers and three freestanding hospital based emergency rooms, offering a complete range of specialized and technologically advanced services.
HCA Healthcare’s Far West Division announced the appointment of Onel Rodriguez as Division Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Rodriguez brings nearly two decades of progressive financial leadership experience across large, complex acute care hospitals, ranging from 200 to more than 700 beds. A strategic and results-driven leader, he is recognized for his ability to connect financial performance with organizational purpose, driving both operational excellence and long-term growth.
Most recently, Rodriguez served as CFO at Riverside Community Hospital, where he led the organization to exceed key strategic goals while positioning it for sustained growth. His leadership focused on strengthening financial performance alongside operational improvements, including enhancing patient throughput, expanding capacity and building sustainable financial frameworks.
Riverside Community Hospital is well known within HCA Healthcare for developing top-tier leadership talent, reflecting a strong track record of cultivating high-performing leaders across the organization.
“Onel is a highly accomplished leader with a strong track record of aligning financial performance with operational excellence and high-quality patient care,” said Jackie Van Blaricum, president of HCA Healthcare’s Far West Division. “He brings a thoughtful, collaborative approach to leadership and a deep commitment to developing strong teams. Given Riverside Community Hospital’s reputation for cultivating exceptional talent, I am especially pleased to welcome Onel to the Las Vegas market and confident he will play an important role in our continued growth and success.”
Prior to Riverside, Rodriguez served as CFO at HCA Florida Aventura Hospital and HCA Florida Palms West Hospital. In these roles, he drove significant margin improvement, strengthened reimbursement capture and advanced major capital expansion initiatives. He is known for his collaborative leadership style, partnering closely with executive and physician leaders to align financial and operational strategies in support of high-quality patient care.
Rodriguez holds a Master of Science in Accounting from Kaplan University and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Saint Thomas University.
About Sunrise Health System:
The Sunrise Health System, which includes Sunrise Hospital, Sunrise Children’s Hospital, MountainView Hospital and Southern Hills Hospital, is the largest provider of complex care in the state of Nevada and is home to one of only two Level 1 trauma centers in the state. We employ nearly 8,000 Nevadans and last year alone we invested $113 million in capital investment locally. In 2025, we admitted 95,000 patients throughout our four hospitals and six freestanding emergency rooms. Our overall system of care is made up of 50 sites across the Las Vegas valley, including specialty clinics, urgent care centers and outpatient facilities.
The Sunrise Health System is committed to developing our local healthcare workforce through programs like the Sunrise Health Medical Education Consortium and Galen College of Nursing to train the next generation of clinicians so that our community has access to world class care close to home. Sunrise Health System and its hospitals in Nevada are proud to be part of HCA Healthcare, a global leader with 190 hospitals and more than 2,400 care sites across 20 states and the United Kingdom. Our scale and reach allow the Sunrise Health System to leverage advanced technology, cutting-edge research and evidence-based medicine to advance patient care.
Las Vegas HEALS Task Force meetings return this May. Click on the Task Force links below to learn more and/or register to attend:
Childcare Task Force
Thursday, May 7, 2026
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PST
USI Insurance Services
1120 North Town Center Dr.
Las Vegas, NV 89144
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Legislative Task Force Meeting
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
10:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
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Workforce Task Force Meeting
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
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Physician Engagement Task Force Meeting
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
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All meetings on the 18th will be held at the Las Vegas HEALS offices. Address and map link:
Las Vegas HEALS
8400 W. Sunset Rd., Suite 222
Las Vegas, NV 89113
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Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada Launches 13th Year of Free Sunscreen and Skin Safety Partnerships
For the 13th consecutive summer, Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada (Comprehensive) is continuing its mission to help Southern Nevadans stay safe in the sun through community-wide partnerships that provide free SPF 30 sunscreen and skin safety education. Nearly 20 local organizations will offer sunscreen packets, purchased and supplied by Comprehensive, along with proactive sun safety tips to their customers, visitors and employees.
The announcement coincides with the start of Skin Cancer Awareness Month in May and comes ahead of Southern Nevada’s peak summer season. Free sunscreen and educational elements will be available throughout the region’s hottest months.
To date, Comprehensive has purchased and distributed tens of thousands of sunscreen packets across Southern Nevada in addition to supplying sunscreen via kiosks and pump stations placed at high-traffic community locations. Once the supplies are delivered, the partner organizations provide the free sunscreen and position the awareness elements accordingly.
New to the partnership roster in 2026 is Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada, who will provide sunscreen packets to members at five clubhouses throughout the valley.
Returning skin safety and sunscreen partners include: City of Las Vegas, City of North Las Vegas, Clark County Parks & Recreation, City of Henderson Parks & Recreation, RTC Southern Nevada, Downtown Container Park, Tivoli Village, The District at Green Valley Ranch, Las Vegas Aviators, UNLV Athletics, Las Vegas Lights FC, Vegas Golden Knights and Vegas Silver Knights, The PENTA Building Group, Friends at Red Rock Canyon, Cowabunga Bay and Cadence master-planned community. Comprehensive is also the official sun safety partner for the Southern Nevada affiliate of the American Cancer Society.
“Heading into our 13th year, it’s incredible to see how much this mission has grown into a true community-wide effort with nearly 20 Southern Nevada partners by our side,” says Dr. Rupesh Parikh, practice president and medical oncologist. “By expanding our reach to major hubs across the valley, we’re making it easier than ever for families to protect their skin while enjoying life outdoors. Our goal is to help prevent skin cancer before it ever starts, and these partnerships allow us to meet people where they are to help keep our community skin smart.”
According to the American Cancer Society, approximately 1,120 Nevadans will be diagnosed with melanoma of the skin in 2026, and one in five Americans will develop skin cancer by age 70. Amid rising rates of skin cancer and melanoma occurrences nationwide, awareness remains a powerful tool in mitigating the chance of a prospective skin-related diagnosis.
About Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada
Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada is an award-winning multi-specialty practice comprising medical oncology, hematology, radiation oncology, breast surgery, pulmonary services, cancer genetic counseling, clinical research and other infusion services, with treatment centers and offices throughout Southern Nevada. For more than 50 years, the practice has provided oncology services to patients in and out of state with a specialized physician and nursing staff. Comprehensive, an affiliate of The US Oncology Network, offers state-of-the-art technologies, latest advancements in cancer treatment and groundbreaking clinical research trials. The practice participates in more than 150 Phase I, Phase II and Phase III clinical research studies each year and has played a role in developing more than 100 FDA-approved cancer therapies. For more information, visit the company’s website at http://www.cccnevada.com, and follow the practice on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.
Marquee attraction Teddy Bear Clinic gives kids hands-on experience to perform “surgery” on their bears, learn about healthcare
On Sunday, April 26, Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center hosted a free robotics event, “Science is Everywhere Day,” drawing more than 500 community members to learn about surgical robots and medical technology advancements. The event welcomed families and children of all ages to explore cutting-edge robotic technology, ask questions to healthcare professionals and tour emergency vehicles from first responders.
“Giving kids the opportunity to explore modern medical technology and robotics at a young age is a powerful way to spark curiosity and inspire future careers in healthcare,” said Nick Johnson, CEO of Southern Hills Hospital. “Events like this help make science approachable and show how innovation is improving patient care every day.”
Activations included:
- State-of-the-art surgical robot demonstrations.
- Interactive tours of emergency vehicles, including Clark County Fire Department, Community Ambulance, AMR/MedicWest and other agencies.
- Demonstrations of robotics and x-ray machinery from Las Vegas Fire & Rescue Bomb Squad.
Additionally, the marquee attraction was the Teddy Bear Clinic, a hands-on experience that gave children the chance to perform “surgery” on their bears. Participants started by “scrubbing in” with surgical gowns, caps and masks, then moved through the operation room (OR) to dress “wounds” with gauze, applying finger splints and bandages, and conduct a standard health screening by weighing, measuring and taking the bear’s temperature.
Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center is proud to support community events like the Las Vegas Science and Technology Festival, helping to inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals while showcasing the innovative tools and techniques shaping the future of medicine.
ABOUT SOUTHERN HILLS HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER:
Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center is a 311-bed facility located in Las Vegas, NV, and is dedicated to providing quality healthcare services to the Las Vegas community with adult and pediatric emergency services, a behavioral health program, an accredited chest pain center, Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center, a dedicated orthopedic and spine unit, OB/GYN, Level III NICU, diagnostic imaging, outpatient infusion clinic, and surgical services. Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center’s advanced care and superior service result in better outcomes and an exceptional patient experience. With a focus on patient-centered care, Southern Hills strives to ensure that every patient receives personalized and compassionate care.
Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center is a leading healthcare provider in Nevada, offering a wide range of specialized services. The hospital is the third Comprehensive Stroke Center certified in the state and the only hospital in southwest Las Vegas to be recognized by the American Stroke Association. Southern Hills Hospital is also the recipient of Healthgrades America’s 250 Best Hospitals Awards for five consecutive years, recognized with Healthgrades America’s Patient Safety Excellence Award™ three years in a row and was named one of the Nation’s 100 Top Hospitals by Fortune three years in a row. For more information, please visit our website at www.southernhillshospital.com.
It’s National Infant Immunization Week, and the Southern Nevada Health District is encouraging parents and caregivers to tap into their “Mama Bear” and “Papa Bear” instincts by making sure children are protected against serious diseases.
To support this effort, the Health District is hosting a special, family-friendly Mama Bear, Papa Bear Clinic today from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its Main Public Health Center at 280 S. Decatur Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89107. This one-day event offers childhood vaccines, family resources and giveaways. Low-cost or no-cost childhood vaccines will be available at this event. Vaccine administration fees may apply, and many insurance plans are accepted. For uninsured children under age 3, administration fees will be waived. Activities will include a diaper bank, access to immunization records and educational stations on topics such as safe sleep, car seat safety and early childhood development.
“Getting children vaccinated on time is one of the most important steps parents and caregivers can take to protect their health,” said Dr. Cassius Lockett, District Health Officer for the Southern Nevada Health District. “National Infant Immunization Week is a reminder to check your child’s immunization status and stay on schedule. Events like our Mama Bear, Papa Bear clinic—and the additional activities at our clinics throughout the week—help highlight the importance of vaccines and connect families with resources they may need to keep their children protected.”
Throughout National Infant Immunization Week (April 20-27), giveaways for children getting vaccinated and raffle opportunities for parents and caregivers will be available at Health District Immunization Clinics.
Immunization Clinic Locations and Hours:
- Main Public Health Center
280 S. Decatur Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89107
Monday-Thursday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed noon to 1 p.m.)
- East Las Vegas Public Health Center
2950 E. Bonanza Road, Las Vegas, NV 89101
Tuesday-Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed noon to 1 p.m.)
- Henderson Public Health Center
220 E. Horizon Dr., Suites A&C
Henderson, NV 89015
Monday-Thursday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed noon to 1 p.m.)
- Mesquite Public Health Center
150 N. Yucca St., Suite 5
Mesquite, NV 89027
Tuesday and Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (closed noon to 1 p.m.)
Families can schedule appointments at Health District Immunization Clinics at www.SNHD.info/immunizations or by calling (702) 759-0850. Same day appointments are available for ages 0–3.
Recent data highlight the importance of staying current on vaccinations. Only 64% of children under age 3 in Clark County are up to date on their recommended combined 7 series vaccination—a drop of more than 2 percentage points from 2024. Previously, 66% of children were up to date in 2022-2023, according to the 2025 Healthy Profile for Clark County from the State of Nevada. Statewide and national data show similar gaps. In Nevada, 63% of children are up to date by age 24 months, compared to 67% nationally, based on Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data.
Additional data show broader declines in routine immunizations. Vaccine coverage among 2-year-olds in Nevada against DTaP dropped from 83% in 2020 to 69% in 2023. A similar decline was observed for the completed measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine series from 96% in 2020 and 2021, to 91% in 2024 and 2025, according to the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.
Families are encouraged to attend today’s event or schedule an appointment during the week to ensure children stay up to date on recommended vaccines.
The Southern Nevada Health District serves as the local public health authority for Clark County, Boulder City, Henderson, Las Vegas, Mesquite and North Las Vegas. The agency safeguards the public health of the community’s residents and visitors through innovative programs, regulations, and initiatives focused on protecting and promoting their health and well-being. More information about the Health District, its programs, services, and the regulatory oversight it provides is available at www.SNHD.info. Follow the Health District on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
By Dr. Lambert Wu, Chief Medical Officer, Health Plan of Nevada
Asthma is a respiratory disease that affects millions of people across the country. With May being National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, now is an opportune time to consider the best ways to identify and manage this condition.
Asthma is often hereditary and can affect people of all ages. Globally, it is the most common chronic condition among children, and in the US alone it affects 28 million adults and nearly 5 million children. In Nevada, 8.8% of adults and 7.2% of children reported having asthma.
Asthma can lead to hospitalizations and significantly contribute to health care costs, with annual medical costs in the US reaching around $82 billion.
Asthma can be safely managed with consistent treatment allowing those with symptoms to live a healthy, normal life.
Here are some tips to consider if you or a loved one has asthma:
See your provider for diagnosis and treatment. If you are experiencing symptoms such as coughing, shortness of breath, wheezing, and chest tightness or pain, schedule a consultation with your provider. To determine if you have asthma, a provider may conduct a physical exam, perform lung function tests, chest and sinus x-rays, or blood and allergy tests. If you believe your child may have asthma, make sure to visit their pediatrician so they may administer similar tests for diagnosis.
If you are diagnosed with asthma, there are plenty of treatment options available to help you manage your condition. Your provider may advise you to stay on top of triggers and suggest the use of drug therapies. Long-term maintenance medicines are typically taken daily to control asthma for children and adults alike. Some examples are inhaled corticosteroids, leukotriene modifiers, combination inhalers, and biologics. Medications may be administered through an inhaler or nebulizer. Some medications come in a pill form or are given through an IV in the vein.
Try to avoid triggers, particularly in the spring. An asthma attack can be brought on after encountering a specific trigger, including common allergens like tree pollen, pollution, animal dander, fragrances, extreme weather changes and dust mites. That is why it’s important to identify your triggers and try to avoid them as much as possible. While there are different types of asthma, allergic asthma is a common type in both children and adults, affecting about 60% of asthma patients. Allergic asthma is a breathing condition causing your airways to tighten once an allergen is inhaled. During the spring, blooming vegetation may cause excess pollen and dust to permeate the air, which may cause allergic asthma symptoms to flare up.
If you notice your symptoms worsening during the spring months, talk to your provider about taking medication seasonally to better support your health, and monitor for pollen levels in your area. If pollen count is high, aim to avoid being outside, especially for intense physical exercise or gardening, which may increase your exposure to these environmental triggers. It is preferable to go outside after it rains since this will clean up the pollen in the air. If you do go outside, make sure to shower thoroughly and wash your clothes to remove any allergens. Your provider may consider allergy shots, also known as immunotherapy, to help reduce allergic reactions that may trigger your asthma.
Develop a plan for emergencies and stay on top of illnesses. While the best way to manage asthma is to avoid triggers. It’s also important to be prepared for emergencies, particularly during the spring while allergens are difficult to avoid. Take medications to prevent symptoms and prepare to treat asthma attacks when they occur. Make sure to always keep your inhaler with you so you can act quickly in the event of a flare up and decrease your risk of a severe asthma attack.
A respiratory illness, like the flu, may also increase the possibility of an asthma attack occurring, so talk to your provider about how best to support your immune health. If you do get sick, monitor for flare-ups and prioritize your recovery. Mental health has also been shown to have an impact on asthma symptoms, with stress, anxiety and depression contributing to flare-ups. It’s important to also keep in mind your emotional well-being and look for ways to reduce stress, encourage relaxation, get good sleep and seek support when you need it.
Although asthma is a chronic condition that affects millions of people, it can be effectively managed by following the proper steps. If you or a loved one has asthma, there are many ways you can support your overall respiratory health and lead a full, active life.
