“Critical thinking is reasonable and reflective thinking focused on deciding what to believe or do.” —Robert Hugh Ennis, professor and author, Critical Thinking About the Critical Thinking Course Critical thinking is vital in making effective decisions in health care, especially in urgent cases. In this online course, you’ll learn how to evaluate and improve your […]
When the COVID-19 pandemic emerged, medical schools had to quickly reimagine how to train their students. The Kaiser Permanente Bernard J. Tyson School of Medicine did just that, looking to cutting-edge technology to teach about the human body.
In our latest podcast, Ivan Garcia, Calidad Medical, and Carlie Elwell, Servicon, discuss hospital supplier diversity from the vendors’ perspective. The two share with HASC’s Adam Blackstone about doing business with hospitals and the challenges they face as diverse suppliers. Garcia and Elwell highlight the importance of educating hospitals about Assembly Bill 962 (2019), which […]
HASC is excited to invite you to an insightful session exploring the current landscape of hospitals and health care in Ventura County. Please RSVP by by Friday, Oct. 11, for this complimentary event. At State of the Hospitals, you’ll hear from renowned UC Santa Barbara economist Peter Rupert, PhD, about the crucial role of economic development […]
Associate members and partners, you’re warmly invited to our 2024 gathering! At this annual event, you’ll get the latest news on SoCal’s health care landscape from HASC hospitals and leadership. You’ll also have a chance to catch up with old friends and make new connections. Presenters Patrick Higley, vice president, Center for Operational Transformation, AVIA Alina Moran, […]
On August 6, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors passed an ordinance that will require hospitals to inform the county’s Department of Public Health (DPH) of attempts to collect medical debt from patients. HASC is actively engaging with DPH to discuss all ordinance elements, including data reporting requirements. We aim to gain clarity, express […]
Los Angeles County HASC members, learn about the upcoming Medical Debt Relief Pilot Program at this webinar with the LA County Department of Public Health (DPH). You’ll get an overview of the program, including its goals and benefits, and how hospitals can take part. We look forward to your attendance and to working together in support of […]
You’re invited to the 2024 Disaster Planning Conference, hosted by the California Hospital Association (CHA) and AXIS Medical Education. If you work in emergency preparedness, hospital disaster planning, compliance, nurse management, case management, quality and safety or clinical, please join us. Whatever your experience level, you’ll gain info and insights to prepare your hospital for […]
HASC extends a warm welcome to Peter Hemstead, the new chief executive officer of Riverside Community Hospital, an affiliate of HCA Healthcare. He previously served as Riverside’s chief operating officer from 2020 to 2022, before his promotion to CEO at West Marion Hospital in Florida. Hemstead’s time with HCA Healthcare has been marked by excellence […]
On our latest In the Spotlight podcast, Susan Harrington, president of Communities Lifting Communities, speaks with some of the founders of the Ventura County Community Health Improvement Collaborative (VCCHIC). A collective of Ventura County health-oriented organizations, VCCHIC was formed to streamline community health assessments and to then coordinate strategic interventions to improve health outcomes across […]