Dignity Health Sequoia

Primary care clinic in Belmont, CA

A primary care provider is typically your first point of contact for all your health issues, from healthy lifestyle choices to common medical treatments. A primary care physician can also help refer you to a specialist if necessary. 

We know your time is valuable. There is no need to waste any of it wondering if you should have a primary care physician at the ready. Every member of the family can foster a supportive, trusting relationship with a Dignity Health Medical Foundation physician. Also, we strive to offer short wait times and make an efficient diagnosis to get you the right treatment. 

Neurology services offered

Neurologists specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders that affect the brain, nerves and muscles, such as: 

• Brain
• Spinal cord and nerves
• Stroke
• Multiple sclerosis
• Parkinson's disease
• Epilepsy
• Migraines
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease)
• Herniated (slipped) disks of the spine
• Sleep disorders, including sleep apnea and narcolepsy

Rheumatology services offered

Our team of rheumatologists at Dignity Health Medical Foundation is dedicated to helping patients regain movement and strength lost from arthritis and similar diseases affecting the joints, muscles, or bones. Early diagnosis and treatment are essential to reducing pain and managing symptoms effectively. Our specialists can help if you're experiencing pain, stiffness, or swelling.

It's our philosophy to treat each individual as a whole, not just the disease, keeping them informed and involved in their treatment plans. Our teams collaborate across departments—rheumatology working closest with rehabilitation, orthopedists, and pain management—to provide the care you need.

• Rheumatoid arthritis treatment
• Corticosteroids
• Disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs 
• Heat and cold therapy
• Massage
• Physical therapy 
• Surgery to repair or replace a damaged joint in severe cases

General surgeries offered

• Appendix and gallbladder removal

• GI tract and endocrine gland procedures

• Hernia surgery

• Laparoscopic and minimally invasive approaches

• Treatment of malignancies in the:

  • Breast
  • Colon / Rectum
  • Skin
  • Stomach
  • Thyroid

Bariatric surgery

Bariatric surgery is a type of weight-loss surgery that can help individuals struggling with obesity achieve a healthier weight and reduce the risk of obesity-related health issues. The surgery works by altering the digestive system to limit the amount of food that can be eaten and absorbed by the body.

Types of Bariatric Surgery

There are several types of bariatric surgery, each with its own unique approach to weight loss. The most common types of bariatric surgery include:

• Gastric Bypass: This type of surgery involves dividing the stomach into a small upper pouch and a larger lower pouch. The upper pouch is then connected directly to the small intestine, bypassing the rest of the stomach and the first part of the small intestine.

• Sleeve Gastrectomy: This surgery involves removing a large portion of the stomach to create a smaller, banana-shaped stomach.

  Adjustable Gastric Banding: This surgery involves placing a band around the upper portion of the stomach to create a small pouch. The band can be adjusted over time to control the amount of food that can be eaten.

Weight loss surgery services 

• Pre-surgery education seminars
• Physician consultations
• Nutrition counseling
• Exercise planning
• Support groups
• Pre and post-surgery care
• Customized fitness program

Wounds care services

When you suffer from a chronic wound, it can upset your daily life and routine - it can also be painful. At Dignity Health Medical Group, you will receive the right treatment to heal your wound. Our dedicated team at our wound care clinic has experience treating a variety of wounds that have resisted other treatments. You may be prescribed one of the following therapies:

• Debridement (removal of dead or damaged tissue)
• Specially chosen dressings and wraps
• Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
• Bio-engineered tissue substitutes
• Platelet growth technologies  
• Wound Vac (Vacuum Assisted Closure) / Negative Pressure Wound Therapy
• XeroformTM gauze dressings

Symptoms

Wounds are considered non-healing if they do not show improvement after 30 days. In addition to not healing, some of the signs and symptoms include:

• Numbness on or around the wound
• Pain that is severe or increases over time
• Changes in color
• A foul odor emanating from the wound
• Noticeable swelling around the wound
• Fever or other signs of infection, such as redness or discharge

Conditions treated

We offer a full spectrum of wound care treatments, which include:

• Bed Sores
• Bone Infection
• Burns
• Compromised Skin Grafts
• Decubitus Ulcers
• Diabetic Foot Ulcers
• Gangrene 
• Pressure Sores and Pressure Ulcers
• Surgical Wounds
• Trauma Wounds