Newsroom

The Hospital Association of Southern California newsroom includes media contact information and communications-related resources for hospital members. HASC’s Advocacy Department coordinates the association’s media relations. For information about HASC or to interview staff, contact Adam Blackstone, (213) 538-0761, or the regional office nearest you.

For inquiries about filming on location at a regional health care facility, please email Margaret O’Donnell or call (213) 538-0721.

HASC Office of Communications

515 S. Figueroa Street, Suite 1300
Los Angeles, CA 90071-3300
(213) 538-0700

Adam Blackstone
Senior Vice President, Communications
(213) 538-0761

Regional Contacts

Los Angeles County
Adena Tessler
Regional Vice President
(213) 538-0703		Riverside / San Bernardino Counties
Megan Barajas
Regional Vice President
(951) 222-2284
Orange County
Sara May
Regional Vice President
(714) 663-0294		Santa Barbara / Ventura Counties
Audra Strickland
Regional Vice President
(805) 679-1717

2025 HR Conference: A Bold Step into the Future of Work

The 2025 HR Conference in Long Beach brought together 100 human resources professionals for two days of insightful sessions, meaningful discussions and valuable networking. Hosted by HASC and the California Hospital Association (CHA), this inaugural event marked an important step forward in exploring the evolving landscape of HR in health care. Day One: Tackling Today’s […]

Participate in the 2025 HR Survey Program

HASC members, enrollment is now open for the 2025 HR Survey Program, which begins April 1. The program includes surveys on Non-management, Executive and Management Compensation; Labor Union Penetration; and Workforce. Please enroll by Thursday, March 21, at Salarity.org. Report Fees As a HASC member, you receive the HR Survey Program as a benefit. Members pay […]

Tammi McConnell joins HASC as SVP, ReddiNet

HASC is pleased to welcome Tammi McConnell, who became the new senior vice president (SVP), ReddiNet, in late February. The association’s Soraya Peters, currently SVP, ReddiNet, will soon retire after heading the emergency communications system for 17 years. She’ll hand the baton to McConnell, who brings more than 30 years of experience in emergency response […]

Preparing for the Next Emergency

“In the middle of every difficulty lies opportunity.” – Albert Einstein Last month, Southern California endured devastating wildfires that caused significant loss of life and property, straining residents, businesses and the region’s health care system. The fires claimed at least 29 lives and destroyed more than 16,000 structures. The Palisades Fire alone scorched over 23,000 […]

New Associate Members Join HASC

HASC is pleased to welcome two companies as new associate members, effective January 30. Carlson & Jayakumar LLP is a full-service law firm for businesses and employers and proven leader in health care law matters. Pinnacle Claims Management, Inc., is a third-party administrator providing a full suite of health benefits administration services to self-funded employers […]

Don’t Miss the $5.54B Visa-Mastercard Deadline

HASC has partnered with Managed Care Advisory Group (MCAG), an Endorsed Business Partner, to offer claims filing services for eligible members. The filing deadline for the $5.54 billion Visa-Mastercard settlement is Feb. 4 — don’t miss your chance to recover funds! Deadlines are also coming up for more settlements totaling over $10 billion, including the […]

New CEO Edgar Solis Joins Olive View-UCLA

HASC warmly welcomes Edgar Solis, MSHCA, BSN, RN, PHN, who was named chief executive officer of Olive View-UCLA Medical Center in Oct. 2024. With over two decades as a health care leader in the public and private sectors, Solis brings a proven track record of operational excellence, high-quality care and an unwavering commitment to excellence. […]

Wildfire Updates

Our heartfelt thoughts go out to our member hospitals and all Southern Californians as we continue facing the devastating and ongoing impact of the wildfires. HASC deeply appreciates the dedication of our member hospitals as you continue providing critical care to affected patients and communities. Remember that HASC is here to support you, and don’t […]

Southern California Wildfire Resources

The fires that have devastated Southern California since Jan. 7 are also heavily impacting HASC’s hospital members. This page will house wildfire resources for our members, and will be updated as new information arises.

Image: Associated Press

Closing Out the Year, Looking Ahead to the Next

As the year draws to a close, I extend warm holiday wishes and heartfelt gratitude to each of you on behalf of the entire HASC team. This season offers a moment to reflect on your remarkable contributions caring for communities across Southern California. Your dedication and resilience have been extraordinary as you meet daily patient […]

Media Contact

Adam Blackstone

Senior Vice President, Communications
(213) 538-0761
[email protected]