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Blog: Front-Line Leader | November 7, 2018

CEO Blog: Health Care Is on Agenda for New Congress

After months of polls, mailbox flyers, debates and seemingly endless commercials, the mid-term elections are over and the results are in.
Health and Wellness | November 2, 2018

Am I a Good Candidate for Breast Augmentation? (video)

A woman feels a silicone implant before breast augmentation surgery.
Salvatore Pacella, MD, a plastic surgeon at Scripps Clinic, explains who is a good candidate for cosmetic breast surgery and how breast augmentation...
Scripps in the News | October 31, 2018

Scripps MD Anderson Medical Director Hailed as National Cancer Care Leader

Thomas Buchholz, MD, medical director of Scripps MD Anderson Cancer Center was featured recently in the Rancho Santa Fe Review.
Thomas Buchholz, MD, medical director of Scripps MD Anderson Cancer Center, discusses his new role and the vision for the new cancer center at Scripps.
Health and Wellness | October 30, 2018

What Is a Stroke? (video)

A doctor shows imaging of a brain stroke.
Mary Kalafut, MD, a neurologist at Scripps Clinic, explains what a stroke is and who is most at risk as well as treatment options available.
Scripps in the News | October 30, 2018

Scripps ER Nurse Named National Magnet Nurse of the Year

Elizabeth Batcher, RN, a Scripps La Jolla emergency room nurse, holds her award after being named National Magnet Nurse of the Year.
Elizabeth Batcher of San Marcos, who is a registered nurse in the emergency room at Scripps La Jolla, was recently recognized as Magnet Nurse of the Year by...
Health and Wellness | October 30, 2018

Halloween Splurge: Caramel Apples from Scratch

A Halloween pastry made from apple and caramel.
Follow our recipe to make caramel apple on a stick without pre-made candy during this Halloween.
Scripps in the News | October 26, 2018

Scripps Drug Expert Promotes Oct. 27 National Drug Take Back Day

Ole Snyder, MD, physician chair of Scripps Opioid Stewardship Program, and KUSI anchor Carlos Amezcua discuss National Drug Take-Back Day, Oct. 27.
Ole Snyder, MD, an opioid abuse expert, recently went on KUSI to promote National Drug Take Back Day Oct. 27 and explain what Scripps is doing in support.
News Releases | October 25, 2018

Scripps Expert Advises Public to Get an Early Flu Shot

With the flu season under way, it's time to get a flu shot, Scripps Clinic pediatrician Erik Hogen, MD, explains the benefits of getting your flu shot now.
Health and Wellness | October 23, 2018

How To Find The Best Primary Care Doctor For You (podcast)

Scripps Clinic Mission Valley Internal Medicine Physician Vivian Tran, MD, is featured in Susan Taylor San Diego Health podcast discussing how to pick a primary care physician.
Primary care doctors are the first line of defense when it comes to your health care. How do you find one who is right for you? An expert provides insider...
News Releases | October 23, 2018

Scripps Health Launches Year-Round Drug Take-Back Kiosks

A box with medication drugs that are disposable.
Scripps has placed drug take-back kiosks next to its on-site pharmacies at three sites, becoming the first health system in the region to offer year-round...