UCLA West Valley Medical Center

06/06/2025

Our medical center held its first UCLA Health Blood Drive, and thanks to our community, we were fully booked. 💙 Shoutout to Lisa from the Cath Lab, who was our first donor!

Join our next two blood drives in the 5th floor conference room.
🕙 June 27, 10 AM - 3 PM
🕙 July 2, 10 AM - 3 PM

Every donation helps save lives - we hope to see you! Sign up here (click Blood Drives, enter UCLA WVMC): https://bit.ly/443i2bO

05/27/2025

One week left of Nurses Month! We’ve had an amazing time celebrating our nurses with award ceremonies, breakfast and events across our campuses. Here's a look at some of our favorite moments so far. Thank you to every nurse at UCLA Health for the care, compassion, and commitment you bring to our patients and each other every day.

05/23/2025

We're proud to celebrate two of our incredible physicians from the Sunrise Health System!

Dr. Kornelis Poelstra was named a 2025 Healthcare Headliner and received the Physician Award for his groundbreaking work in minimally invasive spine surgeries at Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center.

Dr. Michael Ciccolo received the Lifetime Achievement Award for his outstanding contributions to congenital heart surgery at Sunrise Children's Hospital.

Several other physicians across our hospitals were also recognized for the amazing care they provide every day. Click the link to read more in the VEGAS INC Healthcare Headliners issue: https://bit.ly/4kxqohd

05/21/2025

Heroes in Action 💙 A heartfelt thank you to the incredible teams at our ER and LAFD Station 106 for their lifesaving response to a local neighbor in cardiac arrest. Thanks to the swift actions of a family member, guidance from the 911 dispatcher, and the expertise of first responders and medical staff, this individual was stabilized and given a second chance at life.

Their dedication and teamwork were officially recognized by the LAFD Commissioners, honoring their commitment to saving lives and serving the community.

05/18/2025

This EMS week, we’re proud to recognize the incredible first responders who serve our communities with speed, scale and compassion. Our division president, Jackie Van Blaricum, recently had the opportunity to ride along with one of our EMS teams, getting a first-hand look at the dedication and impact these heroes bring to every call.

Thank you to all our EMS partners across Nevada and California. We’re honored to work alongside you.

05/16/2025

We're proud to share that our Division President, Jackie Van Blaricum, has been named the 2025 Chair of the American Heart Association Heart Walk here in Las Vegas.

Jackie is leading the charge to build a network of lifesavers through CPR education, training, and awareness, helping turn bystanders into heroes when every second counts!

Read more about Jackie's leadership and the Heart Walk campaign: https://bit.ly/4ks0eg7

LAS VEGAS, May 16, 2025 - Jackie Van Blaricum, President of HCA Healthcare Far West Division, will lead the charge as the 2025 American Heart Association Heart Walk Chair to build a community of lifesavers in Las Vegas. Under Van Blaricum’s leadership,...

04/26/2025

April is , and the team showed up in a big way at Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada's JA BizTown!

JA BizTown is a simulated town where kids take on real world roles, from running businesses, managing finances to even serving as mayor! As the community hospital in this mini-city, we were thrilled to support their journey and inspire the next generation, because when it comes to our communities, 💙

04/22/2025

Big news! All six Far West Division hospitals were nationally recognized for nursing excellence, with 19 units honored and 13 earning HCA Healthcare's prestigious Unit of Distinction award 🏆

Read more about the teams setting the bar in patient care: https://bit.ly/3GzSz0g

Congratulations Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center, MountainView Hospital, Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center, Riverside Community Hospital, Los Robles Regional Medical Center and Good Samaritan Hospital!

From ICU to MedSurg, Far West hospitals lead the way in nursing excellence with 19 units honored nationwide.

04/11/2025

We're proud to have two of our own Far West Division leaders featured at the upcoming Southern Nevada Women's Leadership Breakfast on April 24! Hosted by the Healthcare Leaders Association of Nevada, the event promises to be a morning of meaningful conversation, connection and leadership.

Division President Jackie DeSouza Van Blaricum will serve as a keynote speaker, sharing insights on the power of women's voices in healthcare leadership, navigating challenges, building resilience and leading with vision and purpose.

Regina Vaccari, our AVP of Strategic Communications, will join a panel of accomplished women leaders to discuss how to maintain your voice and influence in today's evolving healthcare landscape.

Register now: https://bit.ly/4j6woNG

04/10/2025

Celebrating one year of UCLA West Valley Medical Center joining the UCLA Health community! We’re honored be able to serve patients in the San Fernando Valley, and appreciate all our staff for making a difference.

04/04/2025

Today, we turn the Sunrise Health System blue to stand up for children in our community 💙

Colleagues at Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center, Sunrise Children's Hospital, Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center, MountainView Hospital and our HCA Healthcare Far West Division offices proudly wore blue today to raise awareness and show support for National Child Abuse Prevention Day.

Every child deserves safety and care. Early recognition of warning signs can make a life-changing difference. If something seems off, speak up—your voice matters. The Clark County Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline number is 702-399-0081. The hotline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In emergency situations, please call 911.

04/04/2025

Such an important message -- thank you, Dr. Selleck, and MountainView Hospital, for continuing to raise awareness. Colon cancer screenings save lives, and we're proud to support this reminder that it's never the wrong time to get checked.

04/03/2025

For National Walking Day, COO David Morgan led a guided walk with several team members to support work wellness. Participants learned about the benefits of walking, did a pre-walk stretch, and enjoyed a gentle stroll around the neighborhood. Thank you everyone for joining us!

04/02/2025

We’re proud to share that three of our hospitals—MountainView Hospital, Riverside Community Hospital and Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center—have all been named along the nation’s 100 Top Teaching Hospitals® by Premier Inc. and Fortune.

This distinction reflects lower mortality rates, fewer complications, shorter hospital stays, and a better patient experience—true markers of quality care and clinical excellence.

Congratulations to our teams for their continued commitment to delivering top-tier care to our communities.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4jdzEqd

Fortune partnered with Premier, Inc. on the 2025 ranking of the 100 Top Hospitals in the U.S.

03/26/2025

We're proud to see Dr. Specht from MountainView Hospital raising awareness for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Her dedication to educating the community about the importance of early detection makes a meaningful difference.

Thank you to FOX5 Las Vegas for helping share this important message!

03/08/2025

Celebrating International Women's Day with the Calabasas Chamber of Commerce! A shoutout to our very own Coleen Wilson, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, Chief Nursing Officer and featured speaker at this luncheon, who shared how she develops nurse leaders and encourages mentorship.

Today, we honor the inspiring women who make a difference every day.

02/16/2025

Thank you, FOX5 Las Vegas for highlighting this important initiative during !

Our very own Dr. Alfred Danielian, cardiologist at MountainView Hospital, is leading the charge to ensure AED devices are placed in all high schools across Nevada – a critical step in protecting student-athletes and preventing tragedies.

At HCA, we are committed to supporting initiatives that make a lasting impact in our community.

📺 Watch the full segment below!

02/12/2025

We're proud to support local nonprofits making a difference! Through the HCA Healthcare Foundation's $100K in grants, we're investing in programs that improve healthcare access, education, and wellness in our community. Grateful for our incredible partners United Way of Southern Nevada, JAGNevada, Baby's Bounty and Lighthouse Charities for their impact!

Learn more about how we're building a healthier tomorrow: https://bit.ly/3EwRTbl

02/07/2025

Our UCLA West Valley Medical Center team shows their support for National Wear Red Day®, raising awareness for women’s heart health. February is American Heart Month—a reminder to take charge of our cardiovascular well-being.

02/05/2025

Cardiologist Dr. Sam Natour and the UCLA West Valley Medical Center Cardiac Team provided helpful Heart Health information, as well as “Hands Only” CPR demonstrations to the West Valley Warner Center Chamber of Commerce at their February meeting. Thank you all, for raising awareness of Heart Month! Learn more: https://ucla.in/3Ivzon6

01/08/2025

01/07/2025

Cheers to 80 years, Pearl! The UCLA West Valley Medical ER team surprised longtime volunteer Pearl Essner on her 80th birthday with a party, celebrating not just a big milestone, but also two decades of exceptional dedication to the ER. Pearl has personally trained all new ER volunteers and students, at times volunteering 4-5x/week, and still coming in 1-2x/week. Her devotion inspires us all! 🎂🎉

“Turning 80 and having all of you around me is the best gift," says Pearl, who considers the team to be like family. Join us in showing our appreciation for volunteers like Pearl. 💙

12/24/2024

A former patient surprised the ICU team with a holiday lunch, spreading cheer! After spending several days in the ICU, she wanted to thank the team for their amazing care, saying “this team is like family to me.” 💛

12/16/2024

Grateful to Connecting a Caring Community for bringing a shopping boutique for kids at the Burn Center at UCLA West Valley Medical Center. 🎁 Thanks to this program, pediatric patients can “shop” gifts for their loved ones – like Javier here with his Child Life Specialist, Fabiola. 💙💛