Scripps Clinic Del Mar provides primary and specialty care to children and adults in San Diego's North County.
Due to staffing shortages resulting from the current surge, we reallocated some of our resources to our hospitals and other Scripps locations. As a result, our laboratory services at Scripps Clinic Del Mar have been temporarily suspended until the end of January, at which time staffing levels will be reassessed. Additional lab services remain open and available to serve you. Scripps Clinic in Del
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Kalpit Shah, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in treating conditions affecting the upper extremities including hand, wrist and elbow, and microvascular surgery. Compassionate and knowledgeable, Dr. Shah prioritizes treating all his patients as he would his family or close friends. Learn more about him and make an appointment: www.scripps.org/drksf
03/29/2023
Expectant mamas – exercise is a great way to stay healthy. 🤰 Whether you worked out before you got or not, you can still reap the benefits of exercise during with your doctor's approval. Get our seven expert tips to exercise safely during pregnancy and follow these important precautions. ⤵️
How to Safely Exercise During Pregnancy Doctors recommend exercise outside or at home with caution.
03/28/2023
It's normal for anyone who's been diagnosed with cancer to experience a mix of emotions and want to learn more about their condition. It's also essential that you take control of your situation, build support and learn what to expect. Here are four tips to help you cope after a cancer diagnosis.
What To Do After a Cancer Diagnosis Take control. Create a plan of support. Know your care team and more.
03/27/2023
Does your good boy or girl have what it takes to lend a helping paw to patients and staff? 🐶 Find out if your furry friend could make a “paws-sitive” difference in the Scripps program. ⤵️
P.S. We are actively looking for new canine therapy to join our team, and tryouts are scheduled for April 6! 📅
Can My Dog Become a Therapy Dog? Therapy dogs visit hospital patients and provide emotional support.
03/25/2023
Cheers to Cecile! 🎉 Extending a huge congrats to Cecile Hozouri, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Scripps Health, for being named among Supply Chain Digital's 2023 list of Top 100 Women. 🎊 Learn more about her many accomplishments at Scripps: http://bit.ly/3lzzEss
03/24/2023
We can’t hide our Scripps Health pride. 🎉 🏥 Take a BTS look at how our celebrated during ! 👩⚕️👨⚕️
03/24/2023
Are you counting down the days to your next family vacation? 😎 While is full of fun and lasting memories, there are some hidden health concerns you might not be aware of. Bookmark these spring break safety tips to ensure your family's spring break is healthy and enjoyable. ⤵️
Take the Stress Out of Spring Break Travel Take the stress out of spring travel. Sleep, nutrition, hydration play a big part. Visit a travel medicine clinic if you're going abroad.
03/23/2023
THIS JUST IN: 📣 Scripps Health has been named one of the top 150 places to work in health care in 2023 by Becker's Hospital Review! 🙌 We're so proud to be recognized as an exceptional employer that advocates for diversity in the workplace, promotes work-life balance, boosts employee engagement, and invests in our team members' professional development, wellness benefits and continued education.
This incredible honor would not have been possible without our who truly make Scripps a wonderful place to work. You all mean the world to us. 💙 Learn more about the list: http://bit.ly/3TIb3hW
03/23/2023
FACT: is the third most common cancer diagnosed in the United States and the second leading cause of death due to cancer. Here are eight things you need to know about this serious, but often preventable, disease.
What Is a Colorectal Cancer Screening? Colorectal cancer can be treated with early detection or screening.
03/23/2023
Let's celebrate 🎊 the extraordinary Dr. Toluwalase Ajayi, who serves as the co-medical director of adult palliative medicine at Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, for being chosen as this year's 39th Senate District Woman Making Herstory! 🙌 Thank you for your work advocating for health equity initiatives at Scripps and for your tireless commitment and service to the community. We're continually inspired by your compassion for others. 💕 Read more: http://bit.ly/40quSwj
03/22/2023
SHE DID IT! 🎉 Our very own Charlotte Thomas, who serves as co-program director and chief of advanced practice for critical care medicine at Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista, received the 2023 Nurse Practitioner of Distinction Award from California Association for Nurse Practitioners. 👩⚕️ Please extend your congratulations to Charlotte in the comments, and learn more about her many achievements. ⤵️
Scripps Leader Receives Statewide Award CANP selected Charlotte Thomas for its Nurse Practitioner of Distinction Award.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease () is a type of lung disease that makes breathing difficult, and smoking and **ng are the leading causes. 🚭 Learn everything you need to know in our latest video with host Susan Taylor and Dr. Samir Makani: www.scripps.org/7585f
03/20/2023
Spring has sprung, which means your child's are probably springing up too. 🌷 Get tips to help your little one manage their allergy symptoms. 🤧
How Can I Help My Child with Allergies? Allergic rhinitis, also known as hay fever, is common and treatable.
Shamini Govender, MD, provides care for newborns, children and adolescents, focusing on preventive medicine. Dr. Govender’s medical interests include breastfeeding, nutrition and healthy foods, meditation and yoga as a treatment modality. Dr. Govender treats her patients and families with respect, compassion and kindness, understanding that each patient and family have different priorities and are at different stages in life.
Learn more about her and make an appointment: https://www.scripps.org/drbiosgfb
03/17/2023
Happy ! ☑️ We are beyond excited with our Match and extend a warm welcome and a big congratulations to our new intern class joining our Scripps Clinic/Scripps Green Internal Medicine Residency program in June 2023.
03/17/2023
Sports are a great way to keep your kids active, healthy and happy. Not to mention, they're fun! 🏀 Learn how organized youth can benefit your child physically, mentally and socially. ⤵️
Why Are Youth Sports Programs Important? Youth sports are fun and promote physical and mental health for kids.
03/15/2023
This just in: Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla has been named to the list of 2023 Top 50 Cardiovascular Hospitals by PINC AI! 🎉 Winners demonstrated significantly higher survival rates associated with cardiac care, with fewer readmissions and complications. We ❤️ our cardiology team and could not be more proud!
03/15/2023
It’s ! 🎉 Let’s give a round of applause 👏 to our human resources team members for their critical and invaluable roles in health care. These talented “behind the scenes” individuals lay the foundation of a successful health care system while providing excellent service to our work force, patients and families. We appreciate you!
03/14/2023
, friends! 🥧 Let's celebrate the world-famous math symbol, 𝝅, with a slice (or 3.14 😉) of inside out apple pie, a healthy twist on the classic apple pie. Watch Chef Fri prepare this tasty treat that everyone will love. ⤵️
Healthy Recipe: Inside Out Apple Pie Scripps Chef Fri Reyes shows you how to make this delicious dessert.
03/13/2023
Do you take aspirin every day? 💊 Aspirin is one of the most used over-the-counter medications, but it isn't for everyone – at least not daily. If you haven't been prescribed daily low-dose aspirin by your doctor, read this. ⤵️
Is It Safe to Take Aspirin Every Day? Works best for high risk heart patients without risk of bleeding.
03/11/2023
Those who suffer from irregular heartbeats or arrhythmia can manage their heart condition remotely while under the care of their physician. ❤️ Learn if you are a good fit for a heart monitoring device, including wearable devices and smartphones. ⤵️
Which Heart Monitors Detect Arrythmias? Remote monitors help detect and manage irregular heartbeat conditions..
03/10/2023
Calling all parents! 📣 👂 are one of the most common conditions in early childhood, so there’s a high chance your little one will have one before they reach kindergarten. Luckily there are simple, effective ways to reduce your child’s discomfort and pain during an ear infection. Find out what they are. ⤵️
How To Treat Your Child's Ear Infection How to treat ear infection symptoms at home and when to call a doctor.
Internist Mitch Biermann, MD, PhD, specializes in preventive medicine and provides comprehensive primary care to adults 18 years and older. With a passion for assisting patients with eating healthy and exercising, he also has interests in weight loss, sports medicine, cardiovascular disease and cancer care. Learn more about him and make an appointment: www.scripps.org/drmbf
03/09/2023
✨ Happy 1 MILLION! ✨ We recently completed our 1 millionth telehealth visit, and it wouldn't have been possible without our one-in-a-million staff and physicians.
With telehealth, you can connect with your doctor quickly and conveniently from your own home. Plus, you can view lab results, order prescription refills and more on the MyScripps app. Find out how to schedule your next virtual visit. ⤵️
Have You Used Telehealth? Virtual care offers a fast way to connect with your providers. Learn more.
03/09/2023
Ten years ago, Josue Ramos had a bedside high school graduation after undergoing emergency brain surgery at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. Today, he works at the same hospital as a respiratory therapist. 🙌
Reporter Marie Coronel 10News recently interviewed Josue a decade after reporting the original story about his unusual graduation. Watch the full 10News – ABC San Diego KGTV interview ➡️ http://bit.ly/3mnW3Ji
03/08/2023
Lettuce celebrate 🥗 our exceptional team of Registered Dietitians (RDs) and Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) who provide patients with the tools they need to eat healthy through meal planning, nutritional counseling and more. We ap-peach-iate 🍑 all that you do to keep our patients healthy!
Learn how these food and nutrition experts assist patients with chronic conditions and disease prevention: www.scripps.org/7335f
03/08/2023
To the extraordinary women of Scripps – you are compassionate, diligent and daring. 👏 Also, the absolute best when it comes to caring. 🏥
Happy to these exceptional women who devote themselves to making a difference and taking the health care industry by storm. 💕 Give them some love in the comments!
Scripps women by the numbers:
✨ 74.9% of employees are women
✨ 69.9% of leadership is women
✨ 31.2% of executives are women
03/07/2023
In honor of , Walter Coyle, MD, gastroenterologist at Scripps MD Anderson Cancer Center, spoke with CBS 8 San Diego about the latest in prevention and screenings. Diet and exercise play a key role in more than half of colorectal cancer cases. Watch the full interview: http://bit.ly/3myZaOU
03/07/2023
Get in on the fun with Bingocize, a 10-week virtual health promotion program that mixes bingo with fall prevention exercises. 💙 Play bingo, meet new people and win prizes, all while learning proven strategies that can reduce your chances of falling! Register now. ⤵️
BINGOCIZE® - Fall Prevention Exercise BINGOCIZE® is a 10-week virtual health promotion program.
03/06/2023
❤️ Shout out 📣 to our amazing team of social workers who go the extra mile to make sure our patients get the support, hope and comfort they need in difficult times. It is your compassion and dedication that truly make a difference in our community every day, and we are so thankful for what you do. ⬇️
03/05/2023
Meet Jan Fronek, MD, an orthopedic surgeon at Scripps Clinic. 👋 A former competitive skier and ski instructor, this specialist also served as the San Diego Padres head team doctor. ⚾ Now he uses his experience and expertise to help patients achieve their fitness goals before and after orthopedic surgery. Find out how Dr. Fronek's team-based approach to medicine improves patient care. ⤵️
Orthopedic Doctor Loves Sports Former competitive skier is a longtime sports medicine specialist.
Family physician, Wade Licup, MD, specializes in preventive medicine and optimizing wellness for all ages. Dr. Licup focuses on the importance of diet and exercise in preventing and managing health and wellness, and he is dedicated to listening to patients' stories and partnering with them so they can lead healthy lives. Learn more about him and make an appointment: www.scripps.org/drwlf
03/03/2023
: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists - ACOG reports that one in 10 women suffer from in their reproductive years. 💗 Fortunately, there are several treatment options for endometriosis that can ease symptoms and improve quality of life. Find out what those are for . ⤵️
What Is Endometriosis? How Is It Treated? Endometriosis is a leading cause of infertility but it is treatable.
03/02/2023
Hot flashes. Night sweats. Insomnia. Depression. Most women experience some of these menopausal symptoms at some point — usually in their late forties or fifties, although they can occur earlier or later. 💗 Learn how to manage symptoms through hormone and non-hormone treatment options. ⤵️
Managing Hot Flashes and Night Sweats Treatment options include non-hormone and hormone medications.
03/01/2023
NEW: Due to the rise in blood pressure disorders among pregnant women, the United States Preventive Services Task Force recommends that all women routinely have their monitored throughout their . 🤰 Watch the full interview with Scripps Clinic maternal-fetal medicine specialist Sean Daneshmand, MD, and CBS 8 San Diego: http://bit.ly/3J7Newp
Health care providers incorporate into treatment plans to prevent, suspend and reverse diseases related to lifestyle such as , and . Intrigued? 💙 Watch our video with host Susan Taylor and Dr. Kosha Nathwani to find out more: www.scripps.org/7571f
02/27/2023
Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed and all-around anxious? 🙋 And it’s only . 🤦 Maybe you should take a breath... quite literally.
For some , let’s try the 4-7-8 breathwork method.
🕓 Inhale for four seconds.
🕖 Hold it in for seven seconds.
🕗 Finally, breathe out for eight seconds.
Phew, we feel better already. 🧘 Get the basics and benefits of here. ⤵️
Is Breathwork Good for Stress? Breathing techniques can help improve mental and physical health.
02/25/2023
California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM) has awarded a $2.7 million grant to Scripps Health to develop lab-grown tendon tissue for rotator cuff injuries using pluripotent stem cells. This new approach can be beneficial to older patients who suffer from large to massive tears in their rotator cuffs due to degeneration. Learn more. ⤵️
Grant Received for Shoulder Research Research grant received from the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine.
02/23/2023
Calling all parents! 💛 Does your child struggle to complete their every night? Now is the time to set your child up for success for years to come. 📚 Take the stress out of after-school routines with our guide to building healthy homework habits. ⤵️
How to Build Good Homework Habits Follow our tips to help your child develop good homework habits.
02/22/2023
In October 2020, Dustin Smith summited Mt. Jo in New York's Adirondack Mountains. ⛰️ The ascent, which would have been impossible just one year prior, was a celebration of a decision that forever changed the trajectory of his life. Read Dustin's inspiring story. ⤵️
Conquering New Heights Dustin Smith’s journey to health started with bariatric surgery.
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