Modesto Native Finds Purpose, Joy Through Volunteering

Modesto Native Finds Purpose, Joy Through Volunteering

By Angela Borchert, Vitals contributor Porter Scoffield is a beloved member of Sutter Gould Medical Foundation’s volunteer team. He’s also the first person with Down syndrome to volunteer there. The Americans with Disabilities Act, also known as the ADA, is...
Rookie and Seasoned Nurses Team Up in the Operating Room

Rookie and Seasoned Nurses Team Up in the Operating Room

By Nicole Young, Vitals contributor Healthcare is often viewed as the ultimate team sport where nurses are valued players. A winning approach supports both patients and doctors, and it must include the best training.   When an experienced operating room nurse explains...
Video: Supporting the LGBTQ+ Community at Pride Events

Video: Supporting the LGBTQ+ Community at Pride Events

by Celia Skipton, Vitals contributor The doctor’s office can be a scary place if you are part of the LGBTQ+ community, with many—especially transgender people—experiencing negative or discriminatory treatment from healthcare providers. Large healthcare organizations,...