You’re Not Alone: A Team-Based Path to Mental Wellness

You’re Not Alone: A Team-Based Path to Mental Wellness

A new pilot Collaborative Care Model makes mental health care easier to access — reducing stigma, cutting wait times, and helping patients get care in weeks instead of months. by Pooja Nerkar, Vitals contributor Anxiety or depression can feel overwhelming, especially...
Healthcare Teams Pack Purpose into Back-to-School Season 

Healthcare Teams Pack Purpose into Back-to-School Season 

Schoolchildren wear new backpacks donated by Sutter Health and filled with supplies by Sutter employees.  By Katie Durham, Vitals contributor   Sutter Health’s commitment to community care extends beyond hospital walls, and that’s evident in a big way during the...

95 Years of Heart: Pair Honored for Patient Care Dedication

By Rachael DiCicco, Vitals contributor Dedication. Compassion. Impact. Melba Green and Katrelia Robinson represent all three—bringing more than 95 years of combined service to Sutter’s Alta Bates Summit Medical Center in Oakland. As trusted healthcare professionals,...