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Scripps in the News | September 8, 2023
Union-Tribune Op-Ed: AB 40 Would Worsen Hospital Bottlenecks
Scripps Health CEO Chris Van Gorder wrote an opinion piece for The San Diego Union-Tribune highlighting a key challenge faced by patients and hospitals.
News Releases | August 30, 2023
Scripps Earns Top Marks on Cal Hospital Compare Honor Rolls
Cal Hospital Compare announced statewide honor rolls for opioid stewardship, maternity care and patient safety, with Scripps Health earning multiple spots.
Health and Wellness | August 2, 2023
How to Prevent Gun Violence and Protect Our Children (video/podcast)
In this video/podcast, Scripps trauma surgeon Walter Biffl discusses ways to prevent gun violence, starting with gun safety at home.
Health and Wellness | July 20, 2023
Why Is Fentanyl So Dangerous? (video/podcast)
Roneet Lev, MD, an emergency room physician, discusses the dangers of illicit fentanyl and how to protect your loved ones.
Health and Wellness | April 13, 2023
What Is a Geriatric-Friendly Emergency Department?
All Scripps ERs have Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation. Learn why this is important for seniors and the type of care available.
News Releases | March 21, 2023
Scripps Leader Receives Statewide Nurse Practitioner Award
The California Association for Nurse Practitioners selected Charlotte Thomas to receive its 2023 Nurse Practitioner of Distinction Award.
Scripps in the News | September 16, 2022
Scripps ER Geriatric Program Featured in Media Coverage
Andrew Accardi, MD, said that all four Scripps emergency departments received geriatric accreditation from the American College of Emergency Physicians.
Health and Wellness | August 16, 2022
What Is a Trauma Center?
Scripps operates two Level 1 trauma centers that provide highly specialized care to more than 3,500 critically injured patients every year.
Scripps in the News | July 29, 2022
Reuters Features Scripps Mercy in Border Injuries Story
As seen in a Reuters report, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego has seen a spike in border wall related injuries over the past year.
News Releases | February 24, 2022
Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla Elevated to Level 1 Trauma Center
Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla has been verified as a Level 1 trauma center, the highest designation awarded by the American College of Surgeons (ACS).