Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

The latest news and patient stories about Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center from Sharp HealthCare experts and our Sharp Health News writers and contributors.

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The power of pink on National Mammography Day

Sharp Chula Vista’s annual event reminds us of the importance of scheduling yearly mammograms.

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Top health concerns of the Hispanic community

High blood pressure, obesity, cholesterol and diabetes are among the top health conditions impacting Hispanic people.

Dr. Abhishek Shah of San Diego at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

From suspected flu to a shocking heart diagnosis

For Javier Zamora, 49, a trip to the emergency department when feeling ‘flu-ish’ led to a devastating diagnosis and surgery.

Rafael Marquez of San Diego and Kimberly Villegas at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

Local man brought back to life after heart attack (video)

Rafael’s heart stopped upon arrival at the emergency room. Thanks to quick, lifesaving care, he got a second chance at life.

Dr. Andrew Bruggeman at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center in San Diego

Advances in prostate cancer treatment

Since the 1990s, advances in diagnosis and the precision of treatments have helped reduce the prostate cancer death rate by half.

Michael Leary of San Diego at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

A memorable birthday for a Sharp Chula Vista patient

Michael Leary celebrated his 74th birthday at home with family and friends, thanks to AMR's Sentimental Journey program in partnership with Sharp HealthCare.

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Preparing for the possibility of post-surgical blues

Healing after surgery isn’t just about your body — it’s about your mind, too. And the journey starts well before you’re wheeled into the OR.

Mike Burge of San Diego in a life vest swimming with a dolphin

Adventure seeker at his peak after knee surgery

Arthritis threatened to sideline Mike Burge from skiing, but thanks to expert care at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, he’s back on the mountain.

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