A Century of Innovation
Ellen Browning Scripps, a philanthropist and journalist, left an indelible mark on San Diego’s health care landscape when she founded Scripps Memorial Hospital and Scripps Metabolic Clinic in La Jolla in 1924.
Since then, Scripps has grown into a leading health care system — caring for more than 600,000 patients annually across five hospital campuses, 30 outpatient centers and numerous affiliated physician offices. In addition to Scripps Memorial Hospital in La Jolla, San Dieguito Hospital in Encinitas, Bay Hospital Medical Center in Chula Vista and Mercy Hospital in San Diego joined Scripps as the organization expanded into a leading health system providing exceptional care and service to people throughout San Diego County.
From its modest beginnings with only 57 beds in La Jolla, Scripps has continuously evolved, pioneering and leading advancements in health care. We’re especially proud of several notable achievements, including having San Diego’s first female surgeon on staff in 1950 and Scripps’ role in founding the San Diego County trauma system, which became a global model for trauma care. Through philanthropic support and dedicated community involvement, Scripps Health remains steadfast in its mission to provide high quality health care for generations to come.
A Century of Healing
Then & Now Scripps Health: 50 Years of Leadership
Then & Now Scripps Health: 50 Years of Leadership
Ames Early and Chris Van Gorder, who’ve led Scripps for nearly 50 years, reflect on their journeys leading Scripps to new heights.
A Legacy Of World-Class Cardiovascular Care
A Legacy Of World-Class Cardiovascular Care
For decades, Scripps has been a leader in heart care, pioneering treatments for heart failure, valve disease and atrial fibrillation.
Leaders In Cancer Care
Leaders In Cancer Care
Scripps Cancer Center’s patient-focused care and collaborative team approach drive innovation and better outcomes. Learn our history.
Clinical Expertise in Orthopedics
Clinical Expertise in Orthopedics
For decades, Scripps has been a leader in orthopedic care from research to treating hip, knee, spine and other musculoskeletal conditions.
Advancing Care for Brain and Spine Conditions
Advancing Care for Brain and Spine Conditions
Learn how Scripps became a leader in neurological care through innovation and treatment of a full range of brain and spinal conditions.
Advanced Care for Critical Injuries
Advanced Care for Critical Injuries
Scripps is one of the main providers of trauma care in San Diego County, overseeing two level 1 trauma centers.
A Century of Diabetes Care
A Century of Diabetes Care
For 100 years, Scripps has been a leader in diabetes care, advancing programs, including for high-risk, underserved communities.
Here for Good for 100 Years
Here for Good for 100 Years
Founded in 1924, Scripps has evolved into a top health care system in the nation, upholding Ms. Ellen Browning Scripps' legacy of caring.
Decades of Dedication, Stories of Service
Decades of Dedication, Stories of Service
Meet some of the longest serving members of the Scripps family and follow their stories of decades of service and dedication.
Advanced Retina Surgery Helps Golfer See Clearly Again
Advanced Retina Surgery Helps Golfer See Clearly Again
Scripps ophthalmologists repaired Jing Wang’s detached retina, restoring clear vision and helping him return to the golf course with confidence.
Innovative Knee Repair Powers a Young Athlete’s Comeback
Innovative Knee Repair Powers a Young Athlete’s Comeback
Innovative knee surgery at Scripps repaired severe injuries and helped young athlete Tatum Vedder return to the activities she loves.
Robotic Carts Help Scripps Hospital Deliver Meals
Robotic Carts Help Scripps Hospital Deliver Meals
TUG robots help Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla deliver meals, which helps free staff to focus on patients. Learn how robotic carts are being used.
What Is Healing Touch Therapy?
What Is Healing Touch Therapy?
Scripps offers Healing Touch and other holistic therapies to help ease pain and stress and support recovery alongside traditional care.
How Cutting Back on Alcohol Improves Your Health
How Cutting Back on Alcohol Improves Your Health
Going alcohol-free can improve digestion and sleep and lower risks for liver, heart and cancer, a Scripps gastroenterologist explains.
Innovative Spine Imaging Enhances Safety and Precision
Innovative Spine Imaging Enhances Safety and Precision
Advanced EOSedge imaging at Scripps improves spinal precision, safety and surgical planning with less radiation.
How Ultrasound is Transforming Inflammatory Bowel Disease Care
How Ultrasound is Transforming Inflammatory Bowel Disease Care
Scripps now uses ultrasound for faster, radiation-free monitoring of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) to improve care.
Concierge Primary Care at Scripps Offers 24/7 Access
Concierge Primary Care at Scripps Offers 24/7 Access
Scripps Clinic offers concierge primary care with extended visits, rapid access, 24/7 communication and personalized wellness-focused care.
Can Continuous Glucose Monitoring Improve Your Fitness?
Can Continuous Glucose Monitoring Improve Your Fitness?
Developed for diabetes care, continuous glucose monitoring is now also used by people without diabetes for fitness. See what studies say.
Advancing Excellence: Shaping the Future of Scripps
Here for Good
We’re reimagining the future of health care with our $500 million Here for Good capital campaign to fund innovation and expansion across the Scripps system.
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