Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital

03/19/2026

Cottage Health is proud to honor our certified nurses and gratefully recognizes their advanced knowledge and performance excellence.

Nursing certification represents the professionalism of nursing and improves patient outcomes. Cottage Health encourages national board certification for all eligible nurses.

Today and every day, Cottage Health celebrates our nurses and their compassionate care and
dedication to patients. Learn more at cottagehealth.org/nursing

03/19/2026

Dr. Douglas E. Ney, a board-certified neurologist and neuro-oncologist, has joined the Cottage Neurosciences Clinic, expanding access to specialized neuro-oncology care for patients across the Central Coast.

Dr. Ney specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of brain tumors and neurologic complications of cancer and works closely with multidisciplinary teams to support coordinated care.

Dr. Ney is seeing patients at the Cottage Neurosciences Clinic. For more information, patients may call 805-569-7820.

03/17/2026

Cottage Health welcomes Ryan Kelly, Ph.D., as its first Chief Innovation Officer.

In this newly established role, Ryan will help advance innovation across the health system and strengthen strategic partnerships. Ryan will lead the Compton Center for Medical Excellence and Innovation, where new healthcare technologies and ideas are developed and brought into practice. He brings more than 20 years of experience leading healthcare and medtech initiatives at the intersection of technology, life sciences, and healthcare delivery.

Please join us in welcoming him!

03/03/2026

FREE Virtual Event
Stronger Bones: Your Guide to Preventing & Treating Osteoporosis

Join us Wednesday, March 11 from 4–5 p.m. for a free online "Meet the Doctor" event with Dr. Courtney Stull of Cottage Rheumatology Clinic.

You'll learn about:
- Risk factors for osteoporosis
- Ways to protect bone density
- Current treatments & medications
- Recommended screenings

Plus, a Q&A session with Dr. Stull.

Register at cottagehealth.org/mtd

02/28/2026

It's , and today we recognize the resident physicians who are an integral part of the care team at Cottage Health. This annual day shines a spotlight on residents and fellows and the compassionate, human-centered care they provide to patients every day.

From Pediatrics and Internal Medicine to General Surgery and Diagnostic Radiology, our residents carry forward a tradition that began in 1923, caring for our community while training alongside experienced physician mentors in a culture rooted in teamwork and respect.

Today, we celebrated them and spent a few moments relaxing with our therapy dogs in appreciation for all they do.

To our resident physicians, thank you. We are grateful for you.

02/26/2026

Cottage Health has been named to Becker’s 165 Top Places to Work in Healthcare List for 2026.

The recognition highlights organizations that make their people a priority and foster environments where caregivers feel supported, valued and empowered. Becker’s noted that these organizations invest deeply in their teams through competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, inclusive workplaces and resources that support work-life balance.

View List: https://ow.ly/BUf850Ymcj8

02/21/2026

We were honored to welcome U.S. Senator Adam Schiff of California to Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital in Solvang this week as part of his visit to tour the hospital and meet the team that provides essential care to the Santa Ynez Valley community.

His visit highlighted bipartisan legislation he helped lead alongside the late Congressman Doug LaMalfa to protect federal support for rural hospitals like ours. This support helps ensure we can continue providing essential services close to home for the patients and families who depend on us.

We are grateful for his leadership and commitment to rural health care.

Learn more in this story from KSBY:

A new federal law protects Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital's Critical Access Hospital designation after distance remeasurement threatened funding.

02/18/2026

Cottage Health is pleased to announce the appointment of Steven Weintraub to its Board of Directors.

Weintraub is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with more than 40 years of experience in financial planning and investment management, bringing deep industry knowledge and governance experience to the Board.

Members of the Cottage Health Board of Directors serve without compensation, guiding the not-for-profit organization in its mission to provide superior health care and improve the health of the communities it serves, grounded in a commitment to excellence, integrity, and compassion.

Please join us in welcoming Steven Weintraub!

02/15/2026

There's still time to register for our upcoming FREE virtual Meet the Doctor event featuring Dr. Elizabeth Hutchins, a board-certified cardiology and cardio-oncology specialist affiliated with Cottage Health.

Thursday, February 19, 2026
4:00–5:00 p.m. | Virtual
Register to receive the event link: cottagehealth.org/heartmtd

Dr. Hutchins, the region’s only cardiologist specializing in cardio-oncology, will share how she partners with oncologists to deliver comprehensive and personalized care.

Participants will learn:
• Why heart health matters before, during and after cancer care
• How coordinated care supports better outcomes
• Practical tips to help protect your heart

Live Q&A included, with the opportunity to ask questions in a confidential setting.

02/14/2026

🌟Now Accepting Scholarship Applications🌟

The Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2026 healthcare scholarships through Friday, March 6, 2026.

Each year, these scholarships support Santa Ynez Valley residents pursuing careers in health and medical-related fields. In 2025, we awarded $78,000 to 19 local students, thanks to the generosity of our community and named scholarship funds.

If you live in the Santa Ynez Valley and are pursuing a career in healthcare, we encourage you to apply. Learn more and apply at cottagehealth.org/syvchf


📸 Left to right: Julia Pritchard, Stephen Palmer, Lisa Bertero Palmer, and Alexa Berryman. Julia and Alexa received scholarship awards from the Ann Bertero Scholarship Fund in 2025.

01/31/2026

Our recent Cottage All-Star Night at UCSB Men’s Basketball was all about celebrating the incredible people who make Cottage Health such a special place. Thank you to everyone who joined us to cheer on UCSB and celebrate our Cottage team. We loved seeing so many Cottage faces in the stands and feeling the love from our community. Special thanks to UCSB athletics for having us.

01/21/2026

Join the Cottage Cardiology Clinic Santa Barbara for a FREE virtual Meet the Doctor event featuring Dr. Elizabeth Hutchins, a board-certified cardiology and cardio-oncology specialist affiliated with Cottage Health.

Thursday, February 19, 2026
4:00–5:00 p.m. | Virtual
Register to receive the event link: cottagehealth.org/heartmtd

Dr. Hutchins, the region’s only cardiologist specializing in cardio-oncology, will share how she partners with oncologists to deliver comprehensive and personalized care.

Participants will learn:
• Why heart health matters before, during and after cancer care
• How coordinated care supports better outcomes
• Practical tips to help protect your heart

Live Q&A included, with the opportunity to ask questions in a confidential setting.