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 honor the contributions of our employees and 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 employees who exemplify the compassion and team spirit that helps make us who we are. The program also shines a light on our patients by giving them 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!
Video: UC San Diego Health CT Tech Rings the Mission Bell
Roy Catubay, a UC San Diego Health CT tech, kicks off a Padres game by ringing the Mission Bell. Join the UC San Diego Health team and make a difference in the community.
Video: Nurse Isabella Fraijo Honored with Ceremonial First Pitch
Join operating room nurse Isabella Fraijo as she throws out the ceremonial first pitch at a San Diego Padres game and learn more about what it's like to be part of the UC San Diego Health family.
Video: UC San Diego Health Security Agent Throws Out Ceremonial First Pitch
Security agent Ron Edwards, who joined UC San Diego Health in 2016, reminds us that delivering exceptional health care is truly a team effort. Join Ron as he throws out the ceremonial first pitch at a Padres game.
Video: CTEPH Patient Breathes Easy After Lifesaving Procedure
Dionne Taylor, a longtime Padres fan, says she got her “life back” after being referred to UC San Diego Health. She was diagnosed with chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH) and got a pulmonary thromboendarterectomy (PTE) surgery at UC San Diego Health.
Patient-Centered Care
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.