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Deborah A. Sutcliffe, M.D. Board Certified Family Physician care for the entire family, in the office and the hospital. Providing comprehensive ♥ DMV, School & Sports Exams ♥ Pediatrics ♥ Adolescent Care ♥ Gynecology ♥ Preventive Medicine ♥ Adult Health Care ♥ Geriatrics ♥ Old Fashioned Caring, Modern Medicine New Patients Welcome (530) 529-4190 T The Medical Home here's lots of talk these days about the "medical home". When this phrase first surfaced a few years ago, I was excited; it sounded like just what I had been doing in my practice for the last 15 years! Of course, now the politicians and bureaucrats have gotten a hold of it, created an agency to "certify" it, and twisted it to their own needs. In my mind, a medical home is similar to your own home—a place where you are safe, cared for and recognized as an individual. That is what I have always strived to provide for my patients, as a solo family doctor. I believe my job is to provide the right amount of the best care at the correct time and place, according to an individual's needs based on their beliefs, situation, and medical condition. Sometimes this means admitting someone to the ICU at St. Elizabeth's, sometimes it means arranging for home hospice. I'm privileged to meet newborns in the Nursery, and perform sports physicals on teens; I coach patients into better lifestyles to manage their diabetes, and provide preventative care to avoid medial problems in the future. I find the best specialist around if I need assistance to take care of your problem. To me, this is what being a medical home is about, not about having computerized medical records or holding group visits ( I think you are entitled to private medical care as well!), but of being recognized when you call my office. People often ask how long I've been in Red Bluff, or where I grew up, what my training and credentials are, whether they can trust me with their loved ones. My husband and I moved to Red Bluff in 1993, after I finished my residency in Family Medicine at Northridge Hospital. Before that, I graduated from UCLA School of Medicine and before that, I graduated with Honors from Pitzer College in Claremont, CA. I was an army brat who lived all over the world, and I was looking for a home town. I found that in Red Bluff. While I was initially with Red Bluff Medical Center, I established my solo practice in 1999 after the birth of my second child. I have been affiliated with St. Elizabeth's since 1993, and have served as the Chief of Staff. I am Board Certified in Family Medicine and have an unrestricted California medical license. If you're looking for a medical home, see if you're comfortable in mine. Deborah A. Sutcliffe, MD Our goal at Lassen House Assisted Living & Memory Care Community is to meet each resident's individual needs while maintaining the highest level of choice, dignity, privacy, and respect - all in a homelike atmosphere. Assisted Living Lic. #525002331 Lassen House Assisted Living & Memory Care Community Where our family is committed to yours 705 Luther Road • Red Bluff (530) 529-2900 www.emeritus.com 26 2012 - Tehama County Medical Guide Assisted living at Lassen House is designed for senior adults who wish to maintain their independent lifestyle but may need some additional assistance to do so. Basic Services include: • 3 delicious meals served daily • 24-hour specially-trained on-site staff • Engaging activities • Apartment maintenance • Weekly housekeeping and linen service • Scheduled transportation • All utilities paid • Emergency call systems in each apartment In addition to the Basic Services we provide each of our residents, Lassen House also offers Personalized Assistance Plans www.emeritus.com