by Sutter Health | May 11, 2026
Stroke remains a leading cause of death in California and across the U.S. — even as new data from the American Heart Association show a slight decline in cardiovascular deaths since 2023. Too many strokes remain preventable, and too many patients aren’t getting care...
by Sutter Health | May 11, 2026
By Marycon Young, Vitals contributor For years, Alicia prided herself on being someone others could rely on. In her leadership role within a small organization, she managed multiple responsibilities—often working nights, weekends and breaks to meet expectations. She...
by Sutter Health | May 7, 2026
When patients walk into a hospital, safety is the expectation, not a question. Sutter hospitals earned strong marks in the Leapfrog Group’s 2026 Spring Hospital Safety Grades, underscoring the system’s commitment to safe, reliable care patients can count on. ...
by Stephanie Breitbart | May 7, 2026
Nursing excellence shows up in many ways—through advocacy, presence, innovation and contributions that strengthen care for patients and teams alike. During National Nurses Week, May 6–12, Sutter Health honors all its nurses and recognizes four standout nurses as...
by Jerome Hubbard | May 7, 2026
Sutter Health aims extend the continuum care for vulnerable Alameda County residents through its support of Arnold’s Place, a medical respite center situated on a wellness campus linked to permanent supportive housing, designed for people experiencing homelessness....
by Sutter Health | May 7, 2026
By Matthew Murphy, Vitals contributor According to a recent Gallup poll, employees’ long-term commitment to their organizations is the lowest it has been in nine years, showing a continued evolution of workplace dynamics since the Great Resignation. But...
by Sutter Health | May 4, 2026
Sutter’s CPMC and San Francisco State University Open Pediatric Simulation Room Sutter Health’s $200,000 investment expands hands-on training to strengthen pediatric nursing workforce in the Bay Area SAN FRANCISCO – Sutter’s CPMC, part of Sutter Health, and San...
by Sutter Health | May 1, 2026
How advancement in minimally invasive treatment is helping patients get back to life. By Dr. Leila Haghighat, Vitals contributor On most days, Les Kalman prefers not to sit still for long. A psychiatrist by training, he once converted his van into a mobile office to...
by Sutter Health | Apr 29, 2026
When patients contact Sutter Health’s Patient and Provider Advocacy team, they are often seeking support, answers or a chance to be heard. For Mohamad Zaro, a patient experience representative, those conversations begin with a simple gesture: a thank-you — not once,...
by Sutter Health | Apr 29, 2026
Pictured left to right: Dr. Rob Nordgren; Genea Wilson; Dr. Derek Johnson; Claire Alaura, Deputy Chief of Staff of Contra Costa from County Supervisor Diane Burgis’ office; and Dr. Arzou Ahsan. By Pooja Nerkar, Vitals contributor An important milestone for Sutter East...
