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Chris Van Gorder, President and CEO, Scripps Health
Scripps in the News | November 5, 2026

Scripps CEO Discusses Midterm Election’s Impact on Healthcare

Scripps CEO Chris Van Gorder discusses how the midterm election could affect healthcare policy and hospitals' financial challenges in 2027.
Melody Thomas, director of social services, case management and rehab services at Scripps Mercy Hospital, smiles at the camera in a hospital room. She has shoulder-length, dark reddish-brown curly hair and wears a blue denim jacket over a dark top. Medical equipment and patterned privacy curtains are visible behind her.
Scripps in the News | October 30, 2026

San Diego Magazine Features Melody Thomas as Unsung Hero

San Diego Magazine recognizes Melody Thomas of Scripps Mercy Hospital as an unsung hero for helping patients access resources for recovery after discharge.
Dr. Sean Daneshmand, in a white lab coat, in his office.
Scripps in the News | October 29, 2026

10News Interview Explores Brain’s Far-Reaching Impact on Health

10News recently interviewed Sean Danesmand, MD, about the brain’s powerful and far-reaching impact on human health.
From left: Scripps radiation oncologist Dr. Thomas Buchholz, NBC 7 anchor Monica Dean and breast cancer survivor Carrie Steele
Scripps in the News | October 27, 2026

NBC 7 Examines Progress in Breast Cancer Treatment, Research

NBC 7 highlights advances in breast cancer treatment and research, featuring a Scripps physician and breast cancer survivor in an upcoming documentary.
Principal investigator Dr. Ann Kuo and study participant Michele Baptista.
Scripps in the News | October 2, 2026

Scripps Study Helps Breast Cancer Survivors Stay Active

Fox 5 News recently spotlighted a study designed to help breast cancer survivors start and maintain exercise routines after they complete treatments.
San Diego bodybuilder James Kusuda being interviewed at The Gym where he trains.
Scripps in the News | September 29, 2026

Bodybuilder Gets Boost From Scripps Cardiologist

10News recently interviewed James Kusuda and his doctor, Jorge Gonzalez, MD, to discuss how a change in heart medication helped James become a champion.
Dr. Doug Gibson on CBS 8 for "The Doctor Is In" highlighting the latest research during AFIB awareness month.
Scripps in the News | September 23, 2026

Scripps Cardiologist Highlights Latest Research During AFib Awareness Month

Landmark research published earlier this year could change how doctors treat atrial fibrillation (AFib), Scripps electrophysiologist Doug Gibson, MD, said.
The exterior of the Scripps Cancer Center Jefferson building.
Scripps in the News | September 22, 2026

Becker’s Selects Scripps Cancer Center Among Nation’s Best

Becker’s Hospital Review has selected Scripps Cancer Center to its 2026 list of Hospitals and Health Systems with Great Oncology Programs.
For National NICU Awareness Month, Dr. Casey Cohenmeyer appeared on Fox 5.
Scripps in the News | September 21, 2026

Expert Shares Latest on Neonatal Intensive Care Units

National Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Month takes place in September and Casey Cohenmeyer, MD, joined Fox 5 News to offer a glimpse into the NICUs.
Scripps cancer care patient Joe Tarka, in a baseball uniform.
Scripps in the News | September 8, 2026

Carlsbad Man Now Back to Baseball After Prostate Cancer

The Coast News recently covered the comeback story of Joe Tarka, who is back to playing adult league baseball after successful prostate cancer care.