Created in 1948, the Desert Healthcare District is a government entity that built and maintains ownership of Desert Regional Medical Center (DRMC). DRMC is operated by Tenet Healthcare under a long term lease.

In my role as President of the Desert Healthcare District Board of Directors, I am honored to be a part of an agency that is dedicated to promoting and enhancing good health for District residents, as well as protecting the assets of the District.

Our Web site is an extension of our mission to meet your health care needs and I hope you will find it beneficial and informational as you expand your knowledge of the Desert Healthcare District.

Changing demographics and social service trends, combined with policy and funding changes made by governments, mean the board and staff at the Desert Healthcare District constantly need to find new ways to address emerging issues and the resulting health care needs in our community. We are deeply committed to listening to community stakeholders and to making responsive and informed decisions. Our strategic plan is based on the priority issues that we have been able to identify as being important to the long-term health and well-being of our community.

To reflect the ever-changing health care environment, the interactive and educational information you will find on our site will be continually updated. I encourage you to explore our grant program, health news and other permanent components of our Web site.

Thank you for taking the time to visit www.dhcd.org.

Sincerely,

Sidney J. Rubenstein, DDS
President