Good Samaritan Hospital

10/15/2025

Valet Parking Starts October 15!

We’re thrilled to offer complimentary valet parking at the Main Entrance for all patients and visitors, starting Wednesday, October 15!

🕗 Available Monday–Friday | 8 a.m.–8 p.m.
💛 No tips accepted – just an easier, more convenient visit!

Make your trip to Good Samaritan Hospital even smoother and stress-free!

10/14/2025

Celebrating National Case Management Week!

This week, we honor our exceptional Case Management team for their unwavering commitment to excellence in patient care.

Every day, they guide patients and families through complex healthcare journeys — ensuring safe transitions, connecting vital resources, and supporting our clinical teams with compassion and expertise.

Thank you for setting the standard for excellence through your dedication, collaboration, and care. Your impact is felt in every patient story and every successful outcome.

10/14/2025

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10/14/2025

🎃👻 Trunk or Treat - October 25th! 👻🎃

Our 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat is back — and bigger than ever! 🧡
Join us on Saturday, October 25 from 3–5 pm at Good Samaritan Hospital for a safe, family-friendly afternoon of Halloween fun.

🚑 Firetruck • 🚒 Ambulance • 🚁 Helicopter
🤖 Robot friends • 🎪 Jumpy house • 🍬 Trunk-or-treating
🍿 Spooky snacks & more!

Mark your calendars and bring the whole family for this community celebration you won’t want to miss! 🕸️✨

10/03/2025

Leader Spotlight: Chief Jamie Field

We are proud to highlight Chief Jamie Field, Good Samaritan Hospital Board of Trustees member and Chief of Police for the Los Gatos–Monte Sereno Police Department. Chief Field brings a unique public safety perspective to the Board, helping strengthen partnerships between Good Samaritan Hospital and the community.

Her commitment to collaboration, innovation, and responsiveness exemplifies the excellence we value in our leadership. Chief Field is dedicated to shaping the hospital’s future while ensuring it remains a trusted healthcare partner for our community.

Thank you, Chief Field, for your leadership and service—both in public safety and in advancing healthcare excellence.

10/01/2025

Millions go to the emergency room each year for illness, injury and other problems. But how do you know when to go to the ER?
Learn the top reasons for an ER visit and tips for when to head to Good Samaritan Hospital for care: https://bit.ly/3VKhCT2

10/01/2025

🎃👻 Save the Date! 👻🎃

Our 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat is back — and bigger than ever! 🧡
Join us on Saturday, October 25 from 3–5 pm at Good Samaritan Hospital for a safe, family-friendly afternoon of Halloween fun.

🚑 Firetruck • 🚒 Ambulance • 🚁 Helicopter
🤖 Robot friends • 🎪 Jumpy house • 🍬 Trunk-or-treating
🍿 Spooky snacks & more!

Mark your calendars and bring the whole family for this community celebration you won’t want to miss! 🕸️✨

10/01/2025

Congratulations to Dr. Mohammad A. Subeh, Emergency Medicine physician at Good Samaritan Hospital, on being named the 2025 national physician recipient of the HCA Healthcare Frist Humanitarian Award - the organization’s highest honor.

In addition to providing compassionate care in our Emergency Department, Dr. Subeh shares his expertise around the world. In crisis zones like Gaza and El Salvador, he not only delivers lifesaving treatment but also educates local healthcare teams on advanced skills such as ultrasound medicine — empowering them to continue providing critical care long after he leaves.

We are proud to celebrate Dr. Subeh’s extraordinary commitment to humanitarian service — improving lives both here in San Jose and across the globe.

09/30/2025

Dr. Aaron Parrish – Colorectal Surgery

Good Samaritan Hospital is proud to recognize Dr. Aaron Parrish, a distinguished colorectal surgeon who continues a family tradition of excellence... his father, Dr. Richard Parrish, was also a physician at Good Samaritan.

Dr. Parrish earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine, completed residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, and trained in colorectal surgery at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

Board-certified in both General Surgery and Colon & Re**al Surgery, Dr. Parrish uses advanced, minimally invasive techniques to treat colorectal cancer, diverticular disease, inflammatory bowel disease, and more. His blend of innovation and compassion represents the excellence of care our patients deserve.

09/28/2025

Congratulations to Robbie Rodriguez!

Robbie, our latest Heart Huddle winner, exemplifies excellence in teamwork and dedication. As a Materials Specialist, he consistently goes above and beyond, bringing a positive attitude, a cheerful smile, and an inspiring work ethic to every task.

We are proud to have Robbie as part of our Good Samaritan Hospital family—thank you for all you do to make our workplace brighter and our team stronger!

09/27/2025

Excellence in Neonatal Care

We are proud to share that our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) has been recognized as a “Top Performer” by the California Perinatal Quality Care Collaborative (CPQCC) for outstanding outcomes in 2024.

Key Achievements:
• ~98% antenatal steroid administration
• 100% timely eye exams
• 0% nosocomial infections

Our NICU also continues to exceed CPQCC averages with:
✅ Excellent postnatal growth velocity
✅ Higher use of human milk
✅ Lower rates of late-onset bacterial infections
✅ Zero Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) cases

This recognition reflects the skill, dedication, and compassion of our NICU team. Thank you for providing excellence in care to our tiniest patients and their families every day.

09/27/2025

Advancing Education & Excellence in Care

Our Progressive Care Unit (PCU) recently received brand-new isolation carts to support safe, efficient, and informed patient care. These mobile units are stocked with essential PPE—gowns, gloves, masks, face shields, and sanitizing supplies—right where our care teams need them most.

Having a dedicated, well-organized cart outside each isolation room not only helps our team respond quickly but also reinforces best practices in infection prevention. By combining the right tools with knowledge and training, we ensure every patient receives care that is both safe and guided by excellence and education.

08/08/2025

Our Division President Jackie Van Blaricum and Sunrise Hospital CEO Todd Sklamberg joined Governor Joe Lombardo for the ceremonial signing of SB 494, creating the . This new authority will streamline the management of Nevada's healthcare and human services programs, leverage the state's purchasing power to lower costs and expand access to care for Nevadans.

We're proud to have our leaders present for this important moment in shaping the future of healthcare in our state.

Learn more about the signing and what SB 494 means for Nevada: https://bit.ly/3J4gwyg

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

05/18/2025

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

04/04/2025

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.

04/02/2025

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!

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!