President’s Message

A Gathering We Needed

The 2026 HASC Annual Meeting is now behind us, and I’ve been reflecting on what we accomplished together at the Park Hyatt Aviara last month — and how much it meant. To everyone who joined us in Carlsbad: Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Whether you traveled from across the HASC region or […]

Sharing the Hospital Perspective at the LAEDC Economic Forecast

On Feb. 25, I had the opportunity to participate in a panel discussion at the 2026 Economic Forecast, hosted by the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC). I was honored to join an outstanding group of leaders, including Martha Santana-Chin of L.A. Care, Dr. Christina Ghaly of Los Angeles County Health Services, Castulo de […]

Welcome to HASC’s 2026 Board Members

As we start the new year, I have the great pleasure of introducing HASC’s 2026 board members. Once again, we’re facing another extremely challenging year — so it’s encouraging to see these dedicated hospital leaders doubling down on their commitment to keep improving patient care and the health of our communities. The highly experienced executives […]

Thankful for Our Shared Commitment

As we gather with family and friends this Thanksgiving, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to each of you for the leadership, compassion and steadiness you bring to our region’s health care community. We continue to navigate a landscape that’s far from easy. Hospitals and health systems across Southern California are working through complex […]

Hospitals Exist to Heal and Protect

In recent weeks, troubling reports have been circulating about alleged U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity within hospital settings. Some media outlets have gone so far as to suggest that hospital leaders are enabling ICE agents to interfere in medical decisions and patient care. Let me be clear: these reports could not be further […]

New Initiative May Add Financial Pressure for LA Hospitals

As hospitals in California face serious threats at the federal level — including deep cuts to Medicaid — we are also seeing local efforts that, if enacted, could impose yet another costly mandate on hospitals. Recently, a petition was filed with the City of Los Angeles that would establish a citywide minimum wage for all...

Los Angeles Protests; County Funding and Behavioral Health

LA Situation Update Since Friday’s federal immigration raids, resulting in an estimated 120 arrests, Los Angeles has faced growing protests. Demonstrators have blocked major roadways and clashed with law enforcement, including the use of tear gas and rubber bullets. The deployment of National Guard and Marine troops has further heightened tensions across the city. As […]

Supplier Diversity Initiative Aims to Advance Health Equity

HASC is committed to fostering a health care environment that mirrors the diverse communities we serve. To that end, I’m excited to share about a pivotal initiative that promises to advance health equity in Southern California. Our recent endeavor, the Hospital Supplier Diversity initiative, is a significant stride towards achieving this vision. Health disparities persist, […]