Coming Full Circle: From Volunteers to Medical Residents

Coming Full Circle: From Volunteers to Medical Residents

By Debbie Ritenour, Vitals contributor Volunteering can be a powerful first step into the healthcare world, providing invaluable experiences and shaping future careers. For many it’s an opportunity to give back to the community, gain professional skills or explore...
Kidney Stones: A Hidden Summer Health Risk

Kidney Stones: A Hidden Summer Health Risk

By Nicole Young, Vitals contributor Did you know dehydration caused by summer heat puts you at a higher risk for kidney stones? Dr. Ron Golan, urologist at Sansum Clinic, now part of Sutter Health, explains that an excessive loss of fluids is thought to be the primary...
Resource Group Pushes for Progress with ‘Pride’

Resource Group Pushes for Progress with ‘Pride’

By Callie Lutz, Vitals contributor Employee resource groups are increasingly valued in workplaces for fostering inclusive environments and strengthening organizational culture. In healthcare settings, their impact is profound, influencing both team dynamics and even...
Patient Advocate’s Craft Mixes Pride with Joy

Patient Advocate’s Craft Mixes Pride with Joy

Debbie Graves insists her fingers aren’t tired. The patient services representative at Sutter’s Castro Street Primary Care in San Francisco has been busy making hundreds of rainbow-themed baubles for the city’s Pride Month. She says offering the colorful charms to...