The California Dept. of Public Health along with the Center for Disease Control require masks to be worn in ALL health care facilities. COVID is a respiratory virus; as such all staff, patients and visitors must adhere to this directive at all Riverside Medical Clinic locations. ANYONE who refuses to comply will be asked to leave the facility. Many patients treated at clinics such as RMC have health issues that put them at a higher risk. This mask policy is designed to protect all our patients.
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know that skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S.? According to skincancer.org, 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime and one person dies from skin cancer every hour. Rates are also increasing for people under 40. And, this may be surprising: Skin cancer is the second most common type of cancer for women between ages 15 and 29.
Your risk for developing skin cancer goes up every time you get a sunburn. Researchers in the UK estimate that 9 out of 10 cases can be prevented by avoiding harmful UV rays. That’s why Riverside Medical Clinic wants you to practice safe sun. It’s the best way to protect yourself and the ones you love.
There are three ways to become sun safe:
Skin cancer is defined as an abnormal growth of skin cells. It happens when damage triggers mutations that cause the skin cells to rapidly multiply and form tumors. Melanoma, the most serious type of skin cancer, is what we call an atypical mole.
Everyone is at risk for skin cancer but it goes up depending on sun exposure, genetics and the number of moles on your skin. The fairer you are (or the more easily you sunburn), the easier it is for you to develop skin cancer. Those with darker skin are prone to skin cancer in other places, such as the palm of the hand, the soles of the feet, inside the mouth and under fingernails. Also, researchers are discovering that smokers are at a higher risk. According to a study in the Cancer Research journal, melanoma patients with a history of smoking are 40% more likely to lose their battle with skin cancer. Researchers have a couple of theories as to why. They believe that smoking may decrease your immune system’s ability to fight. Also, nicotine causes blood vessels to constrict. This may reduce blood flow and healing.
The medical community has been studying a possible link between tattoos and skin cancer for quite a while. So far, there is no direct evidence of tattoo ink causing cancer. However, dermatologists are concerned about potential toxins in black ink because they may contain benzo (a) pyrene, a known carcinogen. It is also not advised to get a tattoo over a pre-existing mole, scar or birthmark because you won’t be able to notice any changes in your skin – and anything that delays skin cancer detection is dangerous.
The most common signs of skin cancer are changes on your skin. Most moles, brown spots and skin growths are usually harmless, but just think of your ABCDEs so you can recognize these signs:
A = asymmetrical. Typical moles have an even shape. But if you draw a line through a suspect mole, the two sides will not match.
B = border. Most moles have smooth, even borders. However, the border of an early melanoma may be jagged or uneven-looking.
C = color. Most moles are one color (usually brownish). If you spot a mole with a variety of colors, that’s a warning signal. A melanoma could be a combination of red, black and white.
D = diameter. Benign (non-cancerous) moles are usually smaller in diameter. Melanomas are larger than the eraser on a pencil.
E = evolving. Most moles look the same, time after time. However, if a mole changes or evolves in size, shape or color, see a doctor. Also, if it starts bleeding, crusting over or itching, see your doctor.
Not all skin cancers look alike. If you have a wound that doesn’t heal, a mole that is growing or if something just doesn’t seem right, see your dermatologist at Riverside Medical Clinic right away. Early detection is the key to beating skin cancer. If it is discovered and treated in the early stages, it’s almost 100% curable. Call 951-782-3602 today to schedule an appointment.
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Call our billing department at (951) 782-3050.
Riverside Medical Clinic’s Moreno Valley campus is in the Canyon Springs/Moreno Valley area. We have physicians specializing in Pediatrics to Internal Medicine.
Our Moreno Valley campus has advanced imaging and lab capabilities. Our physicians are available to see patients Monday-Friday, Urgent Care is open 7 days a week.
There is ample parking available with plenty of handicapped spots for patients and visitors.
For hearing impaired services – TTY 711. To access language or LEP (Limited English Proficiency) services at no cost to you, call the number on your Insurance ID card or call (951) 683-6370.
We are located at:
6405 Day St. Riverside, CA 92507 |
8:30am - 5:30pm | (951) 683-6370 |
Urgent Care |
Mon-Fri 8:00am - 9:00pm Sat & Sun 9:00am - 9:00pm |
(951) 697-5453 |
Laboratory |
Mon-Fri 7:00am-6:00pm | (951) 697-5667 |
Pharmacy |
Temporary Hours Mon-Fri 10:00am-3:00pm Sat 9:00am - 1:00pm | (951) 697-5657 |
Occupational Medicine |
Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm | |
Weekday After Hours: 5:00pm–9:00pm | ||
Sat & Sun 9:00am–9:00pm | ||
Imaging |
Mon-Fri 8:00am - 5:00pm | |
Sat & Sun 10:00am - 9:00pm |
Riverside Medical Clinic’s Brockton location is located in the heart of Riverside. In addition to having some of the area’s leading pediatricians, obstetricians and internists, this campus has about any specialist one might need.
The Brockton campus also offers urgent care, the most advanced imaging capabilities in the Inland Empire and comprehensive lab services. A complete vision center is onsite as well. Additionally, this campus has our Surgery Center, health and fitness classrooms, administrative offices and our human resources department.
The Brockton Campus has ample parking with many handicapped spots available. There is also public transportation near the main entrance. This location has doctors and specialists available Monday-Friday with Urgent Care open 7 days a week.
For hearing impaired services – TTY 711. To access language or LEP (Limited English Proficiency) services at no cost to you, call the number on your Insurance ID card or call (951) 683-6370.
We are located at:
7117 Brockton Ave. Riverside, CA 92506 |
8:30am - 5:30pm | (951) 683-6370 |
Urgent Care 7117 Brockton Ave. Riverside, CA 92506 |
Mon-Fri 8:00am - 9:00pm Sat & Sun 9:00am - 9:00pm |
(951) 782-3789 |
Laboratory |
Mon-Fri 7:00am – 6:00pm Sat 7:00am – 12:00pm |
(951) 782-3637 |
Pharmacy |
Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:30pm Sat 9:00am-1:00pm |
(951) 782-3653 |
Occupational Medicine |
Mon–Fri 8:00am – 5:00pm | (951) 782-3709 |
Weekday After hours: Mon–Fri 5:00pm – 9:00pm | ||
Sat & Sun 9:00am-9:00pm | ||
Imaging |
Mon-Fri 8:00am - 9:00pm Sat-Sun 10:00am - 9:00pm | (951) 782-3720 |
OB/GYN & Dermatology 7160 Brockton Ave. 2nd Floor Riverside, CA 92506 |
Mon-Fri 8:30am - 5:30pm | (951) 683-6370 |
Surgery Center |
(951) 782-3801 | |
Sports Clinic 7150 Brockton Ave. Suite 103 Riverside |
(951) 321-6338 | |
Riverside Medical Clinic’s Mission Grove location was opened to provide a more intimate setting to receive healthcare. A handful of physicians in a well-designed clinical setting provide our patients a relaxed atmosphere as they visit their physician. Patients who see their primary care physician at the Mission Grove office have direct access to all of the specialists at our other locations throughout the Inland Empire.
For hearing impaired services – TTY 711. To access language or LEP (Limited English Proficiency) services at no cost to you, call the number on your Insurance ID card or call (951) 683-6370.
We are located at:
19314 Jesse Lane Suite 100 Riverside, CA 92508 |
8:30am - 5:30pm | (951) 683-6370 |
Pediatrics |
Mon-Fri 8:30am - 5:30pm | (951) 782-3640 |
Laboratory |
Mon-Fri 8:30am - 1:00pm | (951) 776-4518 |
Adult Medicine |
Mon-Fri 8:30am - 5:30pm | (951) 321-6539 |
Urology |
Mon-Fri 8:30am - 5:30pm | (951) 776-4503 |
Riverside Medical Clinic’s Jurupa Valley has physicians available Monday-Friday to assist patients looking for physicians from Family Practice to Radiology.
With multiple locations throughout the Inland Empire it makes the transition to a specialist convenient, should the need arise. Our physicians see patients Monday-Friday.
Ample parking is available with plenty of handicapped spots for our patients and visitors.
For hearing impaired services – TTY 711. To access language or LEP (Limited English Proficiency) services at no cost to you, call the number on your Insurance ID card or call (951) 683-6370.
We are located at:
6250 Clay St. Riverside, CA 92509 |
8:30am - 5:30pm | (951) 683-6370 |
Pediatrics |
Mon-Fri 8:30 am - 5:30 pm | (951) 360-5260 |
Laboratory |
Mon-Fri 8:30am - 5:30pm | (951) 360-5280 |
Riverside Medical Clinic’s Temescal Valley location has internal medicine practice practitioners, and other specialists
Our physicians see patients Monday-Friday. Our patients will be happy to know we have Urgent Care available as well.
Free ample parking with handicapped spots available for our patients and visitors.
For hearing impaired services – TTY 711. To access language or LEP (Limited English Proficiency) services at no cost to you, call the number on your Insurance ID card or call (951) 683-6370.
We are located at:
21634 Retreat Parkway Temescal Valley, CA 92883 |
8:30am - 5:30pm | (951) 683-6370 |
Urgent Care 21634 Retreat Parkway |
7 Days a Week 12:00pm - 8:00pm | (951) 493-6852 |
Imaging |
Mon -Fri 8:00am - 8:00pm Sat-Sun 12:00pm - 8:00pm | |
Laboratory |
Mon - Fri 7:00am-6:00pm & Sat 7:00am-12:00pm | (951) 493-6820 |
Radiology |
Mon - Fri 8:00am - 5:30pm | (951) 493-6909 |
Occupational Medicine |
Mon - Fri 8:00am - 5:00pm | (951) 493-6929 |
After Hours 5:00pm-9:00pm | ||
Sat & Sun 12:00pm-8:00pm |
At our Eastvale clinic, we have primary care providers for adults and children who are supported by a caring staff. Additionally, we have lab and imaging services. And when you need a specialist, you are as close as any of our other locations throughout the Inland Empire.
For hearing impaired services – TTY 711. To access language or LEP (Limited English Proficiency) services at no cost to you, call the number on your Insurance ID card or call (951) 683-6370.
We are located at:
12742 Limonite Ave. Eastvale, CA 92880 |
8:30am - 5:30pm | (951) 683-6370 |
Imaging |
Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:30pm | |
Lab Services |
Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:30pm | (951) 739-2727 |
Occupational Medicine |
Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm | (951) 739-2746 |
After Hours: Temporarily Closed | ||
Sat & Sun: Temporarily Closed |