Celebrating 45 Years of Care

Staying True to Our Mission

“Our vision has always been to deliver excellent care with compassion. For 45 years, we’ve stayed true to that mission while embracing new tools and smarter ways to support our patients.” — Dr. Marc Hoffing, Medical Director, DOHC

Our Impact

We started with a small group of caring doctors. Today, we’re a leader in local healthcare, offering more services, access, and support to help our community stay healthy and thrive.

OVER 350,000 primary care and specialist visits annually
We employ OVER 1,200 healthcare professionals and support staff
More than 50 locations across the region
DOHC has distributed over $2 million in LOCAL community health and non-profit investments
45 years of continuous service

Our Journey: 1981 to Today

We started with a small group of caring doctors. Today, we’re a leader in local healthcare, offering more services, access, and support to help our community stay healthy and thrive.

1981-1990s

1981

Let's Go Back 45 Years!

Desert Oasis Healthcare opens its doors in a quaint shopping plaza near downtown Palm Springs - marking the beginning of a mission rooted in community, compassion, and care that still guides us today.

1987

Desert Oasis Healthcare in the 80s

From the very beginning, one thing has never changed: our commitment to putting patients and community first. It’s who we were then, and it’s who we are now.

1987

Nice to Meet You!

We’ve always believed in showing up - boots on the ground, sleeves rolled up, and ready to connect. From local resource fairs to senior centers, building relationships has always been at the heart of what we do.

1989

Pagers, Perms, and Wide Ties!

Paging Dr. Hoffing! Don’t let the black-and-white photo fool you—we meant business. These early years built the strong foundation of leadership, teamwork, and community care that still defines us 45 years later.

1980s

Yucca Valley Location Opens

Not long after opening, we expanded into the Hi-Desert. Our Immediate Care team in Yucca Valley brought accessible care to a growing community—creating lasting relationships that continue today.

August 1994

Indio Open House

Opening our Indio location marked another step forward in expanding access to care—welcoming new patients and strengthening our presence across the Valley.

April 1996

Bermuda Dunes Open House

With each new location, our mission grew stronger - bringing high-quality, compassionate care closer to home for more families throughout our community.

2000-2010

January 2000

Hello 2000!

Y2K wasn’t going to slow us down! We stepped into a new millennium ready to grow, innovate, and continue delivering care our community could count on.

2001

Desert Oasis Celebrates 20 years

We were just getting started! In 2001, we proudly celebrated 20 years of serving our community—a milestone that set the stage for even greater things ahead.

2000s

Screening Days

Care beyond clinic walls. Our Screening Days brought essential health services directly into the community—making care more accessible and meeting people where they are.

2005

Immediate Care Group

Our Immediate Care services continued to expand across the Valley—providing timely, convenient care when our community needed it most.

2008

Quality Care Team

Our style may have changed over the years—but our commitment to quality never has. With award-winning teams and a focus on excellence, we continue to raise the bar in patient care.

2010s-Now

2015

WOW Team!

A culture that cares. Through our WOW initiatives—from Spirit Squad to employee celebrations—we invest in our people, knowing that a supported team delivers exceptional care to the community.

2021

The DOHC Mobile Clinic

Always evolving—bringing care directly to our community. Designed with our Valley’s unique needs in mind, our mobile clinic makes it easier for members—especially those with busy schedules—to access care when and where they need it most.

2023

DOHC Pride

Celebrating inclusivity, compassion, and community. At DOHC, we are proud to support and care for every individual—because everyone deserves to feel seen, respected, and valued in their healthcare journey

2024

DOHC Heart Walk

Walking together for a healthier future. Events like the Heart Walk reflect our ongoing commitment to wellness, prevention, and showing up for the communities we serve—every step of the way!

2025

DOHC & Innovation

Innovation meets personalized care. Our clinical and PharmRx teams continue to lead the way, integrating advanced tools - including A.I. - to enhance patient outcomes, streamline care, and support healthier lives.

2025

Studio DOHC

Telling our story in new ways. From community outreach to original programming like The Pulse, Studio DOHC connects, educates, and engages—bringing healthcare conversations directly to the people we serve.

Stories of Care

Every milestone starts with a moment of healing, hope, or heart. We’re sharing real stories from patients, providers, and community members who’ve been part of the journey.

A Year of Celebration

Throughout 2026, we are proud to recognize our 45th year of caring for the community by reflecting on the moments, people, and milestones that have shaped who we are today.

This year, our focus is on honoring our journey—highlighting the growth of our organization, the dedication of our teams, and the trust of the members we serve.

Through Snapshots of 45 Years, we’ll be sharing stories, memories, and milestones that showcase our impact across the Valley.

We’ll also continue telling the stories that matter most through original content like The Pulse, our health-focused program designed to inform, inspire, and connect with our community.

Looking Ahead: The Next Chapter

While we take time to celebrate, we are also focusing on the future. Our next chapter is guided by continued innovation, deeper community partnerships, and a renewed commitment to equitable, accessible care.

Thank You!

To our staff, patients, partners, and neighbors, thank you for your trust, your loyalty, and your stories. Your belief in our mission has driven us for 45 years, and we are honored to continue serving you.

Here’s to the next 45!