San Diego Padres
UC San Diego Health is proud to be the Official Health Care Provider of the San Diego Padres.
Beyond delivering exceptional care to some of San Diego's best athletes, our sponsorship enables us to collaborate on unique and diverse initiatives to promote healthy living in America's Finest City. We also work together to acknowledge and celebrate health care professionals at UC San Diego Health and throughout the county. And as always, our patients remain at the center of all we do.
Meet the Team Doctors for the San Diego Padres
Whether you're an elite athlete, a weekend warrior or new to physical activity, UC San Diego Health's orthopedic and sports medicine specialists can help you reach your sport and fitness goals. No other health system in the region offers doctors and surgeons with as much experience caring for athletes.
Play Ball Initiative
UC San Diego Health is a leading partner for two of the San Diego Padres' signature programs to encourage children to get outside and play ball.
#FuturePadres
Each season, the San Diego Padres and UC San Diego Health donate jerseys, caps and headbands to Little Leagues, PONY Leagues and softball leagues in San Diego County. The program helps more kids play ball, regardless of where they live.
Baseball and Softball Camps
At these weeklong summer camps, boys and girls learn and build new skills with expert instructors, develop a sense of teamwork with peers, and enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime Major League experience with the San Diego Padres.
Hats Off to Health Care Professionals
Hats Off to Health Care Professionals
Our health care professionals and support staff make everything we do at UC San Diego Health possible. Through our Padres sponsorship, we are able to show our appreciation for our employees and shine a spotlight on the contributions of health care professionals throughout the region with special recognition nights and all-fan giveaways.
Health Care Home Runs
Our Health Care Home Runs program celebrates UC San Diego Health patients with a special behind-the-scenes experience during a Padres game at Petco Park. These patients, selected by UC San Diego Health, have shown remarkable strength, courage and resolve to overcome their serious illnesses. Get ready to be inspired!
CTEPH Patient Breathes Easy After Life-Saving Procedure
CTEPH Patient Breathes Easy After Life-Saving Procedure
UC San Diego Health surgeons pioneered the pulmonary thromboendarterectomy (PTE) procedure, breathing life into patients with chronic blood clots in their lungs. The highly specialized procedure, which takes 8-10 hours and was first performed in San Diego in 1970, continues to transform the quality of life for patients like Dionne Taylor.
Play VideoOvercoming a Brain Tumor: Patient Scores Unforgettable Experience
Overcoming a Brain Tumor: Patient Scores Unforgettable Experience
UC San Diego Health delivers top-notch, personalized care that allows you to return to the life you love, even when you have a serious diagnosis like a brain tumor. Learn more about Andrew's health care home run following his diagnosis and treatment by neurosurgeons at UC San Diego Health.
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Tongue Cancer Survivor Shares Story
Hayley, a long-time Padres fan, shares her courageous story of surviving tongue cancer after being diagnosed and treated by care teams at UC San Diego Health's Moores Cancer Center, the region's only federally recognized Comprehensive Cancer Center. Her inspiring recovery is just one example of how our highly specialized oncology care saves lives every day.
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Take your A game to the next level with UC San Diego Health. Our providers listen to what you value in your life and help you play an active role in your health and wellness.
Commitment to the Community's Health
Commitment to the Community's Health
More than 225,000 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine were administered to the community at a Vaccination Super Station at Petco Park. The innovative Super Station model was replicated across the country to rapidly help achieve herd immunity. UC San Diego Health and the Padres continue to look for opportunities to support the San Diego region as community partners.
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