When Charles Hamori, MD, an internal medicine physician at Kaiser Permanente in San Diego, recognized the sudden signs of a stroke, he acted fast — seeking care that would ultimately save his life. Thanks to Kaiser Permanente’s telestroke program, a neurologist was able to assess him immediately by video in the emergency department and deliver clot‑busting treatment within 30 minutes of Dr. Hamori’s arrival at the hospital.
April is National Stress Awareness Month, an opportunity to recognize the very real ways stress affects the health, the work, and daily lives of not just those in the health care field, but also the patients and communities you serve.
What began as a routine wellness exam led to an unexpected discovery for 71-year-old Theola Campbell: three multiple early-stage lung cancers, each a different type. Thanks to Sharp’s da Vinci 5 robotic assistance system, which enables quicker patient recovery, her care team identified and removed all three cancers quickly — without the need for chemotherapy or radiation. Today, Theola is back to her daily walks, grateful for early detection and innovative technology.
Recently, I had the opportunity to attend the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) Annual Congress in Houston.
While it’s been hard to miss all the headlines about Balboa Park’s new parking fees — fewer restaurant patrons, declining museum visitors, and frustrated business owners — you’ve probably heard a lot less about how this change is affecting Naval Medical Center San Diego, also known as Balboa Medical Center.
Servicon delivers environmental services (EVS) built for hospitals and health care spaces. We combine proven protocols, disciplined training, and smart technology to support patient safety, regulatory readiness, and efficient operations without disrupting care.
Last week, the HASD&IC Board of Directors held its first meeting of the year. As with each new year, we welcomed new board members, who are helping us navigate the challenges and priorities facing hospitals in San Diego and Imperial counties.
Last week, I joined a panel of leaders at the San Diego Business Journal’s Economic Trends 2026 event to discuss the forces shaping our local economy in the year ahead.
2026 is here, bringing with it a new set of opportunities. In baseball terms, we’re in the first inning — just a few pitches in, but with a host of heavy hitters coming to the plate.
After Olivia gave birth to her firstborn son at Naval Medical Center San Diego, she experienced delivery complications that endangered her life. Luckily, the care team at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla saved her life.
