Hospital Association of San Diego and Imperial Counties

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. For decades, lung biopsies required a large needle that increased the risk of the lung collapsing. Now, Tri-City Medical Center uses a less-invasive way to screen patients.

New Tech Helps Diagnose Lung Cancer Earlier - HASDIC Robotic-assisted bronchoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure used to perform a biopsy on lung tissue when cancer is suspected.

San Diego veteran Gil Harrison has a new mission — one that centers around compassion, comfort, and care. He's dedicated 11 years and nearly 10,000 hours to helping patients and families, many navigating the end of life at Sharp HealthCare HospiceCare.

San Diego Veteran Volunteers for Sharp HospiceCare | Sharp HealthCare Through volunteering, San Diego veteran Gil Harrison pays tribute to the compassionate care his family received.

Robotic-assisted bronchoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure at Tri-City Medical Center used to biopsy lung tissue when cancer is suspected.

New Tech Helps Diagnose Lung Cancer Earlier - HASDIC Robotic-assisted bronchoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure used to perform a biopsy on lung tissue when cancer is suspected.

After serving with a nuclear missile crew in the U.S. Air Force, San Diego veteran Gil Harrison learned the value of health when he became his mother’s caregiver. Now, he volunteers four days a week at Sharp HealthCare HospiceCare.

San Diego Veteran Volunteers for Sharp HospiceCare | Sharp HealthCare Through volunteering, San Diego veteran Gil Harrison pays tribute to the compassionate care his family received.

The Gillespie family established the Jayden T. Gillespie Foundation to reduce the stigma that often surrounds behavioral health disorders.

Turning Heartbreak into a Resource - HASDIC The Gillespie family established the Jayden T. Gillespie Foundation to reduce the stigma that often surrounds behavioral health disorders. Dr. Robert Gillespie, a cardiologist with Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group, lost his son Jayden, to su***de in 2022.   Between 2018 and 2021, su***des increased...

Dr. Robert Gillespie, a cardiologist with Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group, lost his son Jayden to su***de in 2022. Now he’s working to fight the stigma that plagues mental health disorders in young people.

Turning Heartbreak into a Resource - HASDIC The Gillespie family established the Jayden T. Gillespie Foundation to reduce the stigma that often surrounds behavioral health disorders. Dr. Robert Gillespie, a cardiologist with Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group, lost his son Jayden, to su***de in 2022.   Between 2018 and 2021, su***des increased...

Rafael Nenninger was surprised to wake up in the hospital. His heart stopped beating during exercise. His cardiac issues also caused kidney failure. His positive attitude — and the team at Sharp HealthCare Memorial Hospital — led to an amazing recovery.

Positive Outlook Helps Patient Recover - HASDIC During a spin class, Rafael Nenninger’s heart had suddenly stopped beating. It was the start of a difficult recovery. Rafael Nenninger regularly swam, played tennis, and worked out. When he experienced shortness of breath, he figured it was nothing. His heart suddenly stopped beating during a spin...

A recent $9.57 million grant awarded to researchers with the UC San Diego NAFLD Research Center at UC San Diego School of Medicine will support a clinical trial to study a new treatment option for patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.

Clinical Trial Studying Possible New Treatment Option for Patients with NAFLD $9 million grant awarded to researchers with UC San Diego School of Medicine supports new study of semaglutide for liver disease.

Rafael Nenninger regularly swam, played tennis, and worked out. When he experienced shortness of breath, he figured it was nothing. He didn’t expect he’d need a heart and kidney transplant. The team at Sharp HealthCare Memorial Hospital saved his life.

Positive Outlook Helps Patient Recover - HASDIC During a spin class, Rafael Nenninger’s heart had suddenly stopped beating. It was the start of a difficult recovery. Rafael Nenninger regularly swam, played tennis, and worked out. When he experienced shortness of breath, he figured it was nothing. His heart suddenly stopped beating during a spin...

A one-of-a-kind event pairs golfers with physical challenges and able-bodied players to increase awareness about golf as a therapeutic tool.

Getting Back into the Swing of Things - HASDIC A one-of-a-kind event pairs golfers with physical challenges and able-bodied players to increase awareness about golf as a therapeutic tool. Every September, Alvarado Hospital Medical Center’s San Diego Rehabilitation Institute sponsors the SoCal Rehab Golf Classic, a tournament that features play...

Every September, Alvarado Hospital Medical Center’s San Diego Rehabilitation Institute sponsors the SoCal Rehab Golf Classic, a tournament that raises awareness about the healing powers of the sport.

Getting Back into the Swing of Things - HASDIC A one-of-a-kind event pairs golfers with physical challenges and able-bodied players to increase awareness about golf as a therapeutic tool. Every September, Alvarado Hospital Medical Center’s San Diego Rehabilitation Institute sponsors the SoCal Rehab Golf Classic, a tournament that features play...

Patient Jim Stevenson is back to doing the thing he loves most — spending time in his orchard — thanks to a procedure offered at Sharp Grossmont Hospital.

Man Treated at Sharp for Achalasia | Sharp HealthCare A minimally invasive procedure relieved Jim Stevenson’s discomfort during swallowing, which was caused by a condition known as achalasia.