by Sutter Health | Feb 23, 2023
Given the rate on ongoing health disparities in America, more interest is now focused on the tools and resources available to help evaluate and promote greater health equity. In a recent Health Affairs blog post, Sutter Health’s Institute for Advancing Health Equity...
by Liz Madison | Feb 23, 2023
When construction projects finish on time, it can bring a sense of relief. But when they finish early? It can be a delight and benefit to many. Or at least that’s been the experience at Sutter Davis Hospital, which is in the midst of a largescale construction project...
by Ashley Boarman | Feb 22, 2023
Early lung cancer care just got remarkably faster. Sutter Health’s California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC) is using a novel approach to diagnose and treat lung cancer in one surgery using the latest robotic technology. Eliminated for patients are weeks of...
by Sutter Health | Feb 20, 2023
By Karin Fleming and Emma Dugas, Vitals contributors Overall, deaths from cardiovascular disease are on the decline. Much of this is due to the tireless work of cardiologists, who dedicate their talents to research or routine care. While cardiovascular disease is...
by Emma Dugas | Feb 17, 2023
The nationwide shortage of stimulant medications to treat ADHD has been going on for months, and it’s reportedly growing worse by the day. Neurologist Dr. Sarah Cheyette, who cares for patients within the Sutter Health system, recently spoke with NBC News about what...
by Sutter Health | Feb 17, 2023
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Sutter Health announced Jennifer Bollinger has joined the not-for-profit Northern California healthcare system as Senior Vice President, Chief Consumer and Brand Officer. Bollinger will lead the Marketing, Communications and Patient Experience...
by Sutter Health | Feb 9, 2023
For decades, February has marked Black History Month, which honors the triumphs and struggles of African Americans throughout U.S. history. In celebration of Black History Month, the Vitals team reached out to Sutter Health healthcare workers to learn what this month...
by Liz Madison | Feb 8, 2023
Touring any new home can spark excitement. Turn by turn, one can see a floor plan come to life. Each room, each amenity, each detail comes together to transform a space into someone’s safe haven. But there is a new housing structure that appears like potentially no...
by Sutter Health | Feb 2, 2023
by Kathy Engle, Vitals Contributor Recently, millions of people watched in real time as Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest on the football field. Fortunately for Hamlin, CPR was immediately begun by the Bills’ medical team, and his heart...
by Sutter Health | Feb 1, 2023
Susan and Dave Howard recently honored two Bay Area physicians with a significant philanthropic gift in recognition of their excellent care and compassionate listening. By Kathy Engle, Vitals contributor Shortly after San Jose resident Dave Howard turned 79, he...
