Quality of care

Quality plays an important role in everything we do — from check-in to recovery. Check in here for the latest quality of care news to learn how our world-class teams are transforming health care for our community and beyond.

Richi Rodrigues of San Diego on the soccer field

From a kidney transplant to the pitch (video)

Less than 18 months after receiving a life-saving kidney transplant, Richi Rodrigues represented his country on the soccer field.

Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center Therapy Dogs Elsa and Tazer

Therapy dogs offer comfort at Sharp Chula Vista

As part of Sharp Chula Vista’s pet therapy program, Elsa and Tazer connect with patients to help them heal.

Illustration representing the importance of pronouns

The power of personal pronouns

Using a person’s proper pronouns shows courtesy and acceptance. Here’s why.

Madeline Grapilon of San Diego volunteers at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

Student volunteer brings joy with wishing cranes

Carefully folded origami cranes carry messages of hope and healing, as one teen volunteer helps brighten patients’ days at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center.