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Scripps-led Study Shows New Drug Helps Bridge Stent Patients to Cardiac Surgery Posted by: ScrippsHealth
Video duration: 127 seconds New findings from a research study led by physicians at Scripps Health reveal that the drug cangrelor has the unique properties of achieving very fast blood thinning effects when needed to protect from heart attacks, but also dissipates rapidly so patients can undergo surgery without the excessive bleeding often associated with blood thinning medications. |
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Scripps Dedicates Conrad Prebys Emergency & Trauma Center Posted by: ScrippsHealth
Video duration: 161 seconds Scripps Health recently dedicated the new Conrad Prebys Emergency & Trauma Center on the campus of Scripps Mercy Hospital. The new facility is named in honor of Conrad Prebys, the prominent San Diego developer and philanthropist who donated $10 million to support the hospital's expansion. |
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Identifying Sports Injuries That Can Cause Brain Damage Posted by: ScrippsHealth
Video duration: 121 seconds In a High School lacrosse game, Tommy Mallon took a helmet-to-helmet hit that left him with a severe concussion and a neck broken in three places. Scripps is working with local schools -- and patients like Tommy -- to help young athletes through Impact Testing, which assesses potential neurological damage. |
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Artificial Eye Implant Developed from Rare Coral Becomes Part of Body Posted by: ScrippsHealth
Video duration: 121 seconds Ron Remsberg received a Bio-Eye, an artificial eye that is designed to look -- and move -- like a real eye. The porous coral it's made of allows blood vessels to grow into the implant. |
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Scripps Uses Medical Interpreters Posted by: ScrippsHealth
Video duration: 129 seconds With the growing Latino population, the employment demand for medical interpreters is expected to increase by 22 percent in the new few years. Scripps Nurse Practitioner Teresa Newman discusses with NBC 7 how Scripps hospitals are working to prevent language barriers from compromising health care. |
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Scripps Drug and Treatment Center Discusses Poway Teen's Death.wmv Posted by: ScrippsHealth
Video duration: 130 seconds James Profit, a counselor with the Scripps Drug and Alcohol Treatment Program, discusses first time marijuana use in a segment that aired on NBC 7 on Nov. 16 about a Poway teen's suspicious death. |
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Diabetes - Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas.wmv Posted by: ScrippsHealth
Video duration: 222 seconds Scripps Health's Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas was a guest on KUSI on Nov. 14 and addresses the issue of diabetes. |
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Minimally Invasive Brain Surgery Posted by: ScrippsHealth
Video duration: 120 seconds A few months ago, Clive Essakow underwent a minimally invasive procedure at Scripps to repair a dural fistula -- an abnormal connection between an artery and a vein in his brain. He just completed the Alcatraz Invitational swim at his best time ever. For more information on Minimally Invasive Robotic Surgery at Scripps, visit http://www.scripps.o rg/robotics . |
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Wellderly Study Seeks Secrets To Long, Healthy Life Posted by: ScrippsHealth
Video duration: 120 seconds In San Diego, Jerry Coleman is well known as a World Series MVP, war hero and Hall of Fame broadcaster. His most recent accomplishment -- helping Scripps unlock the genetic secrets to lifelong health -- was achieved when he joined the Scripps Wellderly Study. For more on the study, see http://www.scripps.o rg/wellderly. |
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Scripps Proton Therapy Center - Virtual Tour Posted by: ScrippsHealth
Video duration: 155 seconds Scripps Health plans to open the first patient care facility in San Diego County to offer advanced proton therapy to cancer patients. The Scripps Proton Therapy Center is expected to be open for patient care by spring 2013. http://www.scripp s.org/proton |
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Life-Changing Careers Posted by: ScrippsHealth
Video duration: 168 seconds Scripps Health, in San Diego, California, offers life-changing career opportunities. As a caregiver, you are focused on changing and enhancing the lives of others. At Scripps, you'll have opportunities to enhance your own life as well. Change lives. Starting with yours. http://www.scripps.o rg/careers |
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Sharon's Story -- You Know in Your Heart Posted by: ScrippsHealth
Video duration: 88 seconds At Scripps, you're supported by your coworkers and management. This Scripps Health employee has fulfilled her dream of a masters degree in nursing. "They helped me financially and have been very supportive with my schedule while I obtain my Masters in Nursing." "Scripps truly helped me fulfill my dream." |
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Kathleen's Story - Unbelievable Career Path Posted by: ScrippsHealth
Video duration: 97 seconds Joining Scripps as a Physical Therapist, this Scripps Health employee worked hard and utilized the many career development opportunities available at Scripps to become a Senior Physical Therapist and ultimately a manager. Scripps Health, in San Diego, California, offers life-changing career opportunities. Change lives. Starting with yours. |
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Jen's Story -- An Amazing Transformation Posted by: ScrippsHealth
Video duration: 101 seconds The first in her family to earn a college degree, this Scripps Health employee credits the tuition reimbursement and scholarships she received from Scripps, as well as the support and encouragement of her mentors here. Scripps Health, in San Diego, California, offers life-changing career opportunities. Change lives. Starting with yours. |
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Dwight's Story -- The Sky's the Limit Posted by: ScrippsHealth
Video duration: 70 seconds A Scripps Health employee's initiative took him from Sterile Processing to Security, which allowed him to use his strong interpersonal skills and help people. "You can grow here in any direction you want." Scripps Health, in San Diego, California, offers life-changing career opportunities. Change lives. Starting with yours. |
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Bryce's Story - Changed My Life Posted by: ScrippsHealth
Video duration: 96 seconds After experiencing the quality of care at Scripps firsthand, this Scripps Health employee decided to become a nurse. "Scripps has supported that goal from the day I started here as a Technical Partner." Scripps Health, in San Diego, California, offers life-changing career opportunities. Change lives. Starting with yours. |

















