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AHS executive draws on personal experience to inspire empathy in health care
 Born in the United States, to parents who immigrated from Central America, Richard Espinoza’s upbringing in San Francisco’s Mission District was deeply influenced by a passion for social justice [...]
Upgrading Alameda Hospital to meet seismic requirements
In response to the Northridge earthquake, California lawmakers passed a law that requires hospitals to seismically upgrade their existing buildings or replace them to ensure safety by 2030. Buildings [...]
From physician to mentor: AHS doctor paves the way for the next generation of health care leaders
 In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, Alameda Health System (AHS) spotlights Alejandro DÃaz, MD, program director, internal medicine residency and vice-chair of internal medicine. Born and raised in Miami [...]
Oakland Pride Parade Festival 2024
Alameda Health System (AHS) proudly participated in this year's Oakland Pride Parade, celebrating diversity, inclusion and belonging. Our dedicated teams not [...]
Did you know Spanish is the happiest language? Plus more facts for Hispanic Heritage MonthÂ
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, [...]
Recent studies show that expanding opioid use disorder treatment in emergency rooms saves lives
OAKLAND, Calif., Aug. 28, 2024 – Patients who need opioid use disorder treatment can find it at the emergency department of Alameda Health System’s (AHS) Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus [...]