“Prop 35 is good for California’s health care & for the state’s economy,” said San Diego Regional Chamber President & CEO, Jerry Sanders. We are proud to stand with San Diego health care leaders in support of #Prop35 to improve #AccessToCare for our patients. Read more: bit.ly/3M3FHz8

“These people became my life because they were saving it,” Kelly O’Connor says about Scripps Health Cancer Center after they helped her recover from breast cancer. Inspired by Scripps’ care, Kelly now helps others navigate their cancer journey. Read more: bit.ly/3XdSCDN

.Scripps Health Cancer Center helped Kelly O’Connor overcome breast cancer, inspiring her to support other cancer patients like Scripps supported her. “As long as I’m there, no one will go through it alone,” she says. Read more: bit.ly/3XdSCDN

.UC San Diego Health is the first to offer a non-invasive gene therapy treatment for patients with localized bladder cancer, giving hope to those who struggle to manage the disease. Read more: bit.ly/4f5JgBw

“This exciting gene therapy represents a significant milestone for bladder cancer treatment,” said Dr. Aditya Bagrodia about UC San Diego Health’s novel treatment for bladder cancer patients. Read more: bit.ly/4f5JgBw

I’m happy to join HASD&IC for their annual meeting to discuss how our health systems can work together to reduce health disparities, address our behavioral health crisis, and support healthier communities. It takes all of us working together to solve our healthcare challenges.

Recreational therapist Kim helps veterans overcoming spinal cord injuries at VA San Diego by inspiring community and healing through adaptive sports. Read more: bit.ly/493xOVh

“We’re one big family here, and having all these avenues to find out what you can or can’t do makes you a stronger and better person,” said U.S. Navy Veteran Johnny of recreational therapist Kim’s support at VA San Diego. Read more: bit.ly/40UWT2B

When avid cyclist Whitney was diagnosed with heart rhythm disorders, Scripps Health eased her concerns about needing a pacemaker. Within three weeks after surgery, Whitney was back to bike riding and in her “happy place.” Read more: bit.ly/4gpGGaw

“I feel normal. I mountain bike and gravel bike with people who are younger than me, and I’m doing just fine,” said Whitney after surgery for the innovative, leadless pacemaker she received from Scripps Health. Read more: bit.ly/4gpGGaw

When patients at Sharp HealthCare struggle with depression, anxiety, and thought disorders, pet therapy dogs provide emotional support to those who need it. Read more: bit.ly/3WoK9hn

“They share stories of their pets and the unconditional support they received from them,” recreation specialist Ellen Lamke says about the positive impact pet therapy dogs have on patients at Sharp HealthCare. Read more: bit.ly/3WoK9hn

After a sports injury changed her career trajectory, Dr. Mahi now works as an orthopedic surgeon affiliated with Sharp HealthCare Sharp Memorial Hospital, using her experience as a college athlete to help patients heal and get back in the game. Read more: bit.ly/4hUlieb

“It’s not just about getting them back to where they were, but getting them better than before, and as quickly as possible,” said Dr. Mahi about her work as an orthopedic surgeon affiliated with Sharp HealthCare Sharp Memorial Hospital. Read more: bit.ly/4hUlieb

After a tumultuous health journey that began with a lymphoma diagnosis, Katie received groundbreaking immunotherapy treatment at UC San Diego Health that brought back her adventurous spirit. “I’m very grateful that I’m alive,” she said. bit.ly/42xFXyg

Katie's lymphoma diagnosis was the start of years-long health battle, and UC San Diego Health supported her along the journey. “Their care and expertise gave me confidence every step of the way,” she said. bit.ly/42xFXyg

Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center at Sharp HealthCare has a special way of helping patients feel more connected and content during their hospital stays: therapy dogs. Elsa and Tazer, certified therapy dogs at Sharp, help brighten patients’ days. bit.ly/3GbyMVg

Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center’s therapy dogs Elsa and Tazer help bring comfort to patients while they recover in the hospital: “Elsa and Tazer provide more than just a temporary distraction — they offer connection, comfort, and a moment of normalcy...” bit.ly/3GbyMVg

President & CEO, Dimitrios Alexiou, joined Senator Catherine S. Blakespear’s Healthcare Roundtable to discuss San Diego’s health care priorities given national & state challenges. Thank you, Senator, for hosting a forum to strengthen San Diegan’s access to high-quality care.

When college student Juan learned he needed a kidney transplant, the care team at Scripps Health came to his aid and found a suitable donor. Ten years later, Juan’s kidney is holding strong. bit.ly/3KqpDtX