March 24, 2025 | Leslie Aquinde
First in State: Prestigious Certification in Spine SurgeryJoint Commission renews certification for advanced spine surgery, highlighting excellence in patient safety, innovation, and neurosurgery.
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UC San Diego Health First to Offer Novel Gene Therapy for Hemophilia BUC San Diego Health one of a few health care systems on West Coast to offer new gene therapy for hemophilia B.
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New Bundle of Joy: UC San Diego Health Delivers Highest Ranking for Obstetric, Infant CareFor the third consecutive year, UC San Diego Health has been recognized as a High Performing Hospital for maternity care by U.S. News & World Report.
Leader in Neurosurgery on Future of NIH Funding
NIH funding cuts could threaten U.S. medical research. A top neurosurgeon warns of risks to innovation and patient care.
Acoustic Neuroma Surgery Saves Patient's Hearing
Tammie Warren had hearing loss in one ear and an acoustic neuroma in the other. Surgery at UC San Diego Health prevented her from going deaf.
An Inspiring Transformation from Patient to Health Care Worker
After surviving a brain tumor, one patient transformed her gratitude into action, joining the EVS team at UC San Diego Health to give back and inspire others.
Beating B-Cell Lymphoma
Katie Kinninger, UC San Diego retiree and cancer survivor, overcame B-cell lymphoma with CAR T-cell therapy, a type of immunotherapy. Now, she surfs, bikes and embraces life fully.
A Strike Against Pancreatic Cancer
Former MLB pitcher Danny Boitano faced his toughest opponent — pancreatic cancer. With resilience, top care at UC San Diego Health and faith, he is beating the odds.
Leader in Neurosurgery on Future of NIH Funding
NIH funding cuts could threaten U.S. medical research. A top neurosurgeon warns of risks to innovation and patient care.
Patient Support Program Reunites Childhood Friends
Two patients who hadn’t seen each other for more than 60 years reunite at UC San Diego Health through a support group for heart transplant patients.
Beating B-Cell Lymphoma
Katie Kinninger, UC San Diego retiree and cancer survivor, overcame B-cell lymphoma with CAR T-cell therapy, a type of immunotherapy. Now, she surfs, bikes and embraces life fully.
Life-Saving Connection: Volunteers Unite Through Kidney Donation
Two volunteers create a unique bond through kidney donation and transplantation.