A Step in the Right Direction
Older patients with a mental health diagnosis may feel helpless if traditional weekly therapy no longer meets their needs. For these patients and their families, a holistic therapy program at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital offers a solution. Stepping Stones is a geropsychiatric program at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital that is designed to help relieve emotional and personal distress for individuals age 50 and older. “Caring for our patients’ mental health is a priority,” states Keith Hobbs, MBA, CEO of USC-VHH. “The Stepping Stones program is an important part of our push to provide holistic medical care for the many communities
Geriatric Services
Geriatric Services Senior Behavioral Health Programs Stepping Stones Inpatient Program Our inpatient program offers free 24/7 crisis assessments for individuals 50 years of age or older who may need inpatient admission. This program may benefit individuals exhibiting the following behaviors: Anxiousness Actions that endanger self and others Experiencing hallucinations Making statements or gestures about suicide Feelings of paranoia Experiencing decline in the ability to function Withdrawing from social activities For more information or to arrange a free assessment, call (818) 952-2270. Stepping Stones Outpatient Program Our outpatient program provides assessment, therapies and a wide variety of emotional and mental
USC Verdugo Hills Hospital Receives National Recognition For Emergency Nursing Certification
USC-Verdugo Hills Hospital, part of Keck Medicine of USC, is being recognized for its exceptional support of emergency nursing certification. It is the first hospital in California to receive BCEN Honorary Certification Recognition, an award that is bestowed on one small and one large health care facility each year by the Board of Certification in Emergency Nursing (BCEN). USC-VHH was chosen from a group of 85 small health care facilities for this year’s award, which is being presented today at the Emergency Nurses Association annual conference in Pittsburgh, Pa. The award reflects USC-VHH’s recent efforts to promote emergency nursing certification.
USC Verdugo Hills Hospital physicians named “Top Doctors” of 2018
Congratulations to our 2018 USC Verdugo Hills Hospital “Top Doctors” recipients for their continued excellence in providing exceptional, personalized care. We are proud to be recognized for excellence in 19 specialties, thanks to our dedicated team of physicians’ who provide world-class patient care. Everyday, they go beyond in every way possible, using unmatched expertise to dramatically improve the lives of patients. Nominated and voted on by their peers, these 42 doctors are considered some of the best in their profession. Find a physician by specialty: ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ
USC Verdugo Hills Hospital Celebrates Five Years as Trojan family
This July, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital (USC-VHH) is celebrating five years as members of the Trojan family. Keith Hobbs MBA, joined USC-VHH as CEO in January 2016. He focused on working to raise the hospital’s standards as both a hospital and a community partner, as well as improving its reputation. “We have made incredible strides,” says Keith. “Our affiliation with Keck Medicine of USC gives USC-VHH patients better access to specialized care. We offer the expertise of an academic medical center without ever having to leave the community.” Hobbs said Keck Medicine has made it possible for USC-VHH to offer
Nina Aghakhani: A College Graduate Dedicated to Health Care
Nina Aghakhani, a native of La Cañada-Flintridge, knew from a young age that she wanted a career in health care. After graduating from college, Nina became a volunteer at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital during her gap year before medical school. Nina discovered her love for health sciences through her sports medicine and kinesiology classes at La Cañada High School. She then attended the University of California, Irvine and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in biology. After graduation, she started applying to medical schools across the country. Nina decided this was the perfect opportunity — her gap year before medical school
Sharing Our Expertise
Speakers BureauUSC Verdugo Hills Hospital experts are available for speaking engagements at your school or community group. Topics are varied and can be customized to fit your needs. Some examples of our talks include:Breast Cancer AwarenessHealthy EatingColorectal Cancer – What you Need to KnowStroke PreventionStaying Healthy During Flu SeasonDisaster PreparednessHands On CPR TrainingHealthy AgingHeart HealthJoint ReplacementWound Care Medical Personnel at Your Event Our nurses can be available to staff a health fair and provide a variety of screenings such as blood pressure readings. We can also staff first aid booths upon request. To arrange for a guest speaker, tour,
Community Education, Screenings and Immunizations
Community EducationUSC Verdugo Hills Hospital offers free regular on- and off-site lectures and seminars on topics relevant to the health and well-being of our local community. Ongoing lecture series include:Quarterly Men’s Health SeminarsBiannual Women’s Health SeminarsMonthly Healthy Aging ProgrammingAnnual Suicide Prevention ConferenceMental Health ProgrammingMonthly Doc Talk Series on a variety of health-related topicsFor information on upcoming community education opportunities, visit https://uscvhh.org/programs-classes-and-events.Screenings and ImmunizationsUSC Verdugo Hills Hospital is proud to offer free and low-cost screenings and immunizations throughout the year to the members of our community. Some regular offerings include:Annual Fall Health and Well-Being Fair—a free community-focused event open to the
Grant and Sponsorship Support of Local Organizations
Grants USC Verdugo Hills Hospital will consider making small (no larger than $2,500) one-time grants to qualified nonprofit agencies, whose programs align with and address the strategic priorities identified in our hospital’s 2019 Community Health Needs Assessment. These priorities include: Access to Care Chronic Diseases Mental Health Preventive Practice Senior Health If your program falls within these priority areas, you may submit your application here https://grants.keckmedicine.org/en/. Grant request are reviewed on a revolving basis. Sponsorships In addition to community grants, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital will consider supporting local charitable causes through event sponsorships, with priority given to organizations that address
Community Outreach
A Commitment to the Health of Our Community As a community hospital serving the Foothills for more than 40 years, the USC Verdugo Hills Hospital provides a variety of services, including primary care, diagnostics, emergency medicine and maternal/child health services. Additionally, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital’s Community Outreach Initiatives are intended to provide health education, access to health care and activities that promote health and well-being among members of our community. These initiatives are not undertaken for marketing purposes nor are they provided solely to USC Verdugo Hills Hospital patients. Our community outreach initiatives include: Grant Sponsorship Support of Local