Jacqueline (last name withheld to protect patient’s privacy) had no idea that her dream trip abroad to celebrate her 60th birthday would ultimately save her life. A lingering cough brought her to Alameda Health System (AHS), where she received expert, compassionate care that turned a frightening diagnosis into a story of resilience and [...]
The AHS Index is a new way to look at data that illuminates a snapshot of our world today. It is intended to highlight health inequities and spark conversation, debate, and wonder. Number of hate crimes recorded against LGBTQIA+ people in 2023, the largest number to date: >2,800 Percent of straight, cisgender people who [...]
Alameda Health System celebrates National Hospital Week and all of the dedicated people who keep us moving forward in our mission of caring, healing, teaching, and serving all. Whether at the bedside or behind the scenes, our staff’s compassion, resilience, and commitment to patient-centered care make a lasting difference in the [...]
A passionate world traveler, pet lover and community health outreach worker. For Mitchell Early, being a community health outreach worker means more than offering advice — it’s about meeting patients where they are and empowering them to take control of their health, with him providing support. He sees every patient as more [...]
Hospital Week is underway— a time to celebrate the incredible staff who bring our mission to life and make Alameda Health System (AHS) a place of hope and healing. Whether on the front lines or working behind the scenes, each of you plays a vital role in delivering skilled, compassionate and culturally competent care [...]
Our Patient Experience department was honored to recognize 14 top rounders across AHS. Alameda Hospital Shelledie Huevos, RN Charge nurse, telemetry Glenn Hammond, RN Charge nurse, intensive care unit (ICU) Highland Hospital Veronica Ani Clinical nurse III, Med-Surg, 9th floor Patience Emmanuel Clinical nurse III, Med-Surg, 8th floor Maria Mendoza-Sanchez Clinical nurse IV, [...]
During this year’s Patient Experience Week, Alameda Health System (AHS) honored not only the skill and dedication of our nurses but also the meaningful ways they connect with patients. Through nurse leader rounding, our leaders are building trust at the bedside — ensuring patients feel valued, respected and empowered as partners throughout their [...]
Behind every great patient experience at Alameda Health System (AHS) is a team member who goes the extra mile. Our Service Team Award Recipients (STARS) are those exceptional individuals who don’t just meet expectations — they exceed them. Through their commitment to service, integrity and community, they help make AHS a place where care [...]
Congratulations to the Alameda Hospital Emergency Department, winner of the Patient Experience Elevating Care & Sustaining Improvement Award. The award was granted because the department increased its “Likelihood to Recommend” top box score by 6.38%. Our patient rounding champions are making a difference across Alameda Health System and we proudly recognize the Alameda [...]
The AHS Index is a new way to look at data that illuminates a snapshot of our world today. It is intended to highlight health inequities and spark conversation, debate, and wonder. Estimated number of Americans who are 100 years old and older: 101,000 Number of Americans who were over 100 in 1950: 2,300 Increase [...]
