Oakland Día de los Muertos Festival – Caring for our community

Alameda Health System (AHS) residents, providers, Bridge clinic substance use navigators and the Latinx Affinity Group, offered free health screenings, substance use education, health information, and community resources to attendees as part of our commitment to community well-being. These screenings included [...]

2024-11-12T18:58:28+00:00November 8th, 2024|Categories: AHS Newsletter, CEO Chronicles, Featured|

Protect yourself and your loved ones – get your flu vaccine today!

The flu is not something to underestimate—it can be serious, especially for those who are most vulnerable, including babies, older adults and those with chronic health conditions. As a pediatrician and a person who grew up in the Town, I’ve seen too many of my patients miss school and parents miss work this time [...]

2024-11-08T22:34:42+00:00November 8th, 2024|Categories: AHS Newsletter, CEO Chronicles, Featured|

Concussions pose a hidden risk in senior falls

When we think of falls in older adults, broken hips often come to mind. While fractures are certainly a concern, another serious issue often flies under the radar – concussions. As our population ages, it’s crucial to recognize the hidden dangers of head injuries in seniors, especially after a fall. “Older adults should be [...]

2024-11-08T21:36:37+00:00November 8th, 2024|Categories: AHS Newsletter, CEO Chronicles, Featured|

AHS Palliative Care Services expands to skilled nursing facilities

A new grant from the Stupski Foundation enables AHS to provide a better continuum of care for patients with serious illnesses Gladys Melara had traveled from Honduras to the Bay Area to visit family in 2021 when her stomach swelled up. She lost her appetite and couldn’t urinate. She was soon diagnosed with ovarian [...]

2024-11-13T01:59:32+00:00November 8th, 2024|Categories: AHS Newsletter, CEO Chronicles, Featured|

New centralized hub pilot boosts patient transport efficiency for improved access

Effective patient flow and throughput are essential for delivering high-quality care and enhancing patient experience, while managing operational costs. This past May, Alameda Health System (AHS) launched the Centralized Transportation Hub (CTH) pilot, a new initiative to streamline patient movement across care settings, ensuring smooth transitions throughout their health care journey. “Our commitment to [...]

2024-11-08T21:34:22+00:00November 8th, 2024|Categories: AHS Newsletter, CEO Chronicles, Featured|

Stress-free Thanksgiving turkey tips for novice cooks

Preparing a Thanksgiving turkey for the first time can feel daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Alameda Health System’s (AHS) own chef Craig Smith at the Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus (WCHHC) Café shared, “With a few easy steps, even the most inexperienced home cook can serve up a delicious holiday meal that [...]

2024-11-08T23:19:21+00:00November 8th, 2024|Categories: AHS Newsletter, CEO Chronicles, Featured|

Chef brings his passion for people and his culinary expertise to AHS

Over the past 15 years, chef Craig Smith has served as the heart and soul of the café at the Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus (WCHHC), where his exceptional culinary skills and engaging personality make a lasting impression on all who visit. “My passion for food is rooted in the joy of bringing people [...]

2024-11-12T18:48:52+00:00November 8th, 2024|Categories: AHS Newsletter, CEO Chronicles, Featured|

AHS welcomes St. Rose Hospital an AHS affiliate

On November 5, 2024, Alameda Health System (AHS) executives visited St. Rose Hospital (SRH) to celebrate our affiliation with AHS. The AHS Board of Trustees approved the affiliation on October 29, 2024 and after signing and executing a Membership Issuance Agreement, SRH’s affiliation became official on November 1, 2024. AHS executives joined Mario [...]

2024-11-12T18:47:24+00:00November 8th, 2024|Categories: AHS Newsletter, CEO Chronicles, Featured|

AHS skilled nursing facilities ranked America’s Best by Newsweek

All of our skilled nursing facilities were recently recognized by America’s Best Nursing Homes, a reflection of our staff's dedication to providing exceptional care. We visited South Shore to talk to Richard Espinoza, our Chief Administrative Officer for post-acute services, about this exciting achievement. Please take a moment to watch the video [...]

2024-11-08T21:18:47+00:00November 8th, 2024|Categories: AHS Newsletter, CEO Chronicles, Featured|

AHS health care team guides AHS patient through liver transplant and second chance for a healthy life

  Alameda Health System (AHS) patient Katrina was sitting in the lab waiting area at the Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus when her phone rang with life-changing news that a liver was available for her. The moment of joy marked the end of a year filled with multiple challenges and Katrina credits her dedicated [...]

2024-10-07T19:59:27+00:00October 7th, 2024|Categories: AHS Newsletter, CEO Chronicles, Featured|