Sutter’s Telestroke Program Hits Milestone

Sutter’s Telestroke Program Hits Milestone

By Karin Fleming and Ashley Boarman, Vitals contributors Every second counts when treating a stroke, a medical emergency that occurs when blood flow to the brain is blocked by a clot or there is bleeding in the brain. As one of the leading causes of permanent...
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...
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...