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Huntington Hospital Partners with Leadership Pasadena to Honor Veterans

Posted on November 13, 2018February 22, 2020 by Workforce

On November 12, 2018, Huntington Hospital hosted its inaugural Veteran’s Day flag-raising ceremony at the entrance of the hospital. More than 100 nurses, physicians, employees – joined by family and friends – gathered together to recognize the service of those in our military, past and present. The hospital’s driveway was lined with American flags and names of veterans, several of which are Huntington Hospital employees.

The event was held in partnership with Leadership Pasadena, whose community leadership course helps re-mission high potential, service-driven military veterans into civilian roles. Their ultimate goal is to empower local vets to help them become civic, government and business leaders and actively engage in their new community.

“While the San Gabriel Valley is home to an estimated 30,000 veterans, there is a great need for resources for our service men and women when they return home,” said Cindy Bengston Budyzn, executive consultant, Leadership Pasadena. “On Veteran’s Day, it’s my honor to encourage citizens to be intentional, stop, think and remember and honor our veterans, especially those who are still deployed and those who gave everything to protect us. I’m proud of the work of Leadership Pasadena and thankful to the community at Huntington Hospital for honoring our veteran’s in this meaningful way.”

The event was especially personal for Huntington Hospital’s President and CEO Lori J. Morgan, MD, MBA, who shared; “As a proud daughter of a serviceman who fought in three wars, I’m so pleased to be with you today as we pay tribute to the individuals in our lives and communities who are veterans. Military service is a family affair: our Huntington family is proud to raise awareness and support for Leadership Pasadena’s local resources and programs for our veterans.”

To learn more about Leadership Pasadena, please visit: www.leadershippasadena.org

Huntington Hospital’s Veteran’s Day flag-raising ceremony included comments from (left to right): Cindy Bengston Budyzn, executive consultant, Leadership Pasadena, Jaynie Studenmund, vice chair of the board of directors, Huntington Hospital, Lori J. Morgan, MD, MBA, president and CEO, Huntington Hospital and Lorenzeno Pereyra, retired, US Navy Corpsman.

Jaynie Studenmund, vice chair of the board of directors, Huntington Hospital, (photographed here with Dr. Morgan) shared her personal story about her son, Scott, a Green Beret, who was tragically killed in action in Afghanistan in 2014. As a gold star family, Jaynie and her husband Woody are committed to supporting those who have served in the armed forces in the Pasadena community and beyond.

Huntington Hospital Earns ‘A’ Grade for Patient Safety in Fall 2018 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade

Posted on November 8, 2018November 30, 2022 by Workforce

Huntington Hospital was awarded an ‘A’ from The Leapfrog Group’s Fall 2018 Hospital Safety Grade.The designation recognizes Huntington Hospital’s efforts in protecting patients from harm and meeting the highest safety standards in the United States. The Leapfrog Group is a national organization committed to improving health care quality and safety for consumers and purchasers. The Safety Grade assigns an A, B, C, D or F grade to hospitals across the country based on their performance in preventing medical errors, infections and other harms among patients in their care.

“An ‘A’ grade from The Leapfrog Group is the gold standard for patient safety and a huge achievement,” said Lori J. Morgan, MD, MBA, president and CEO, Huntington Hospital. “Our patients turn to us for safe hospital care, and this rating reflects our commitment to patient safety.”

“Leapfrog’s Hospital Safety Grades recognize hospitals like Huntington Hospital that focus on advancing patient safety. This ranking provides an important resource for patients, and a benchmark for hospitals, to determine how care at one hospital compares to others in a region,” said Leah Binder, president and CEO of The Leapfrog Group. “Hospitals that earn an A Hospital Safety Grade deserve to be recognized for their efforts in preventing medical harm and errors.”

Developed under the guidance of a National Expert Panel, the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade uses 28 measures of publicly available hospital safety data to assign grades to more than 2,600 U.S. hospitals twice per year. The Hospital Safety Grade’s methodology is peer-reviewed and fully transparent, and the results are free to the public.

Huntington Hospital was one of 855 across the United States awarded an A in the Fall 2018 update of grades. To see Huntington Hospital’s full grade details, and to access patient tips for staying safe in the hospital, visit www.hospitalsafetygrade.org and follow The Leapfrog Group on Twitter and Facebook.

Congratulations to our 2018 PHIL Award recipient, Les Parent, respiratory care practitioner (RCP)

Posted on November 7, 2018February 22, 2020 by Workforce

On October 22, 2018, Les Parent, RCP, was awarded the PHIL Award at Huntington Hospital’s Annual PHIL Award ceremony during Respiratory Care Week. This annual award is part of The FACES Foundation’s* program to recognize exemplary respiratory care. The PHIL Award is the only nationally recognized hospital-based program that honors outstanding respiratory therapists, as nominated by patients, their family members, and other caregivers. PHIL stands for ‘Pulmonary Health and Illnesses of the Lungs’.

Les was nominated by a patient’s family member who wrote,“Les stood out to us because of his passion for his work and love for kids, although strict and stern – Les showed us he really cared. He was knowledgeable and well-versed and educated us with the process and why things were happening. Les and our son developed a great relationship and by his last treatment, Les was known as Uncle Les.”

Les has worked at Huntington Hospital since 1973 and has been an instrumental member of our department, especially in our pediatric areas. Les said that he was very honored to have won the award. Taking care and making a difference in peoples’ lives has been very fulfilling to him over the last 45 years. Congratulations Les! Ronnie Bueno, RCP, Kevin Durston, RCP, and Jake Miller, RCP were also nominated for the 2018 PHIL Award. All nominees received a certificate with a laminated copy of their nominations and a gift card to the Huntington Concierge.

Each year, Huntington Hospital’s Phil Award committee will select one therapist from all of the nominations it has received. The recipient will be honored during the award ceremony and presented with a certificate and an award sculpture entitled Appreciation, which was adapted by creator MK Shannon especially for The PHIL Award. The recipient also receives a full scholarship for the following year’s state respiratory conference. PHIL Award nomination forms are available on all units. They can be mailed to the PHIL Award committee c/o Respiratory Department or emailed to [email protected]. The volunteer office can also pick-up any nominations, and they can be placed in the PHIL Award bin at the staffing office. The nominations are then brought to the committee and reviewed quarterly. Those nominations are blinded so that the committee does not know who the person nominated is.

Breathing is natural and is the essence of life. Patients with lung disease cherish every difficult breath they take. Let’s continue to honor the respiratory professionals that strive to make every breath as easy as possible.

* The FACES Foundation is a Michigan-based national-profit organization founded in 2006 by Sharman Lamka in memory of her husband Philip C. Lamka. Phil died as a result of complications from an interstitial lung disease. The mission of The FACES Foundation is to acknowledge and promote professional excellence in the education and care of patients with life-threatening lung diseases. Learn more at www.thefacesfoundation.org.

Tournament of Roses Royal Court visits Huntington Hospital pediatric patients

Posted on November 1, 2018February 22, 2020 by Workforce

Yesterday, the Tournament of Roses’ 101st Rose Queen Louise and her royal court stopped by to take our pediatric patients trick-or-treating around our hospital. The kids had a great time filling their bags with fun toys and books. We are so grateful for their visit!

Panda Cares donates $300,000 to support pediatric care at Huntington Hospital

Posted on October 9, 2018March 30, 2023 by Workforce

Huntington Hospital recently received a generous donation of $300,000 from Andrew and Peggy Cherng of Panda Restaurant Group, through their philanthropic arm, Panda Cares Foundation. The check was presented on September 13, 2018 at the 20th Annual Panda Cares Charity Golf Invitational awards dinner held at the Omni La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad, California. Funds from the donation will be used to support pediatric care at Huntington Hospital.

“The work that Andrew and Peggy Cherng do through Panda Cares Foundation is an inspiration, and directly in service to our community,” said Jane Haderlein, senior vice president, philanthropy and public relations, Huntington Hospital. “Their support of our children services furthers our mission to provide compassionate, world-class care to our young patients. We are so grateful to once again be included as a beneficiary of their fundraising efforts.”

About Panda Restaurant Group and Panda Cares Foundation

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is the world leader in Asian dining experiences with more than 2,000 locations in 48 states as well as Canada, Guam, Saudi Arabia, Japan, Guatemala, Dubai, Mexico, Korea and Russia. Founded in 1973, the privately held chain of fast casual, full service and quick service restaurant concepts includes Panda Express, Panda Inn and Hibachi-San. For more information regarding Panda Restaurant Group please visit www.pandaexpress.com or become a fan on Facebook.

Panda Cares Foundation’s mission is to bring hope to children in need. Our purpose is to foster the spirit of giving at Panda Restaurant Group by serving the Health and Education needs of underserved children. Panda Restaurant Group underwrites all administrative costs, so that 100% of the money raised benefits underserved youth and disaster relief efforts during times of need. For more information regarding Panda Cares Foundation please visit www.pandacares.org.

Huntington Hospital to host free flu shot clinics throughout Altadena, Pasadena and South Pasadena

Posted on October 3, 2018September 15, 2023 by Workforce

As we move into flu season, it is important that Pasadena residents and our neighbors throughout the San Gabriel Valley and surrounding communities take steps to guard against the flu. As the community’s leading hospital for 126 years, Huntington Hospital is pleased to offer free flu shots at various locations throughout Altadena, Pasadena and South Pasadena, starting October 3 through November 17, 2018.

The standard vaccine is for adults 18 years and over, and for children 9 -17 years with parent/guardian present for consent. Unfortunately, we cannot offer the vaccination to those with:

• An allergy to eggs or previous influenza vaccine

• A history of Guillain-Barré syndrome

• A serious illness or fever on day of vaccination

Our flu shot clinics offer the standard quadrivalent seasonal flu vaccine that is widely available. It protects against four strains of the influenza virus, including A (H1N1), A (H3N2), B (Victoria lineage) and B (Yamagata lineage). Our single dose vaccines do not contain Thimerosal preservative. Pregnant or nursing mothers can receive this vaccine.

The standard vaccines are free to the public and no reservations or appointments are required. Please note there is a limited supply of vaccines for each clinic.

Visit or more information and a complete list of locations and dates, click here.

Gabriella Sherman, MD, Huntington Hospital, appointed to March of Dimes Greater Los Angeles Board

Posted on September 27, 2018March 30, 2023 by Workforce

Today, March of Dimes announced the appointment of Gabriella Sherman MD, MBA, vice president of clinical innovation and performance improvement, Huntington Hospital, to the March of Dimes Greater Los Angeles Market Board.

As a member of the local March of Dimes board, Dr. Sherman will serve along other Los Angeles leaders as a volunteer, representing the public in governing the organization and advancing the fundraising efforts, raising critical funds to benefit the March of Dimes’ mission to lead the fight to improve the health of all moms and babies. She will serve a 3-year term.

“I’m honored to be named to the board of the Los Angeles March of Dimes, whose efforts to advocate for the health and safety of babies aligns with the work of Huntington Hospital’s Level III NICU, the only of its kind in our region,” said Dr. Sherman. “Our advanced care for mothers and babies, combined with March of Dimes research and outreach, is an alignment that is professionally rewarding and personally very meaningful.”

“We’re honored to have Dr. Sherman join our market board,” says Kari Boatner, March of Dimes Greater Los Angeles Executive Director. “Her passion for innovation and our cause, will strengthen March of Dimes’ work to find new solutions to give all babies the best possible start in life.”

March of Dimes leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies. They support research, lead programs and provide education and advocacy so that every family can have the best possible start. Building on a successful 80-year legacy of impact and innovation, they stand up for every mom and every baby. For more information, please visit: marchofdimes.org or find them on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Todd Dietrick, MD, Named Medical Director of the Joint Replacement Program at Huntington Hospital

Posted on September 4, 2018November 30, 2022 by Workforce

Huntington Hospital has announced that Todd Dietrick, MD, has been named medical director of the joint replacement program at Huntington Hospital. In this role, Dr. Dietrick will be responsible for medical oversight and advancement of the total hip and total knee replacement program at Huntington Hospital, which offers the most comprehensive and awarded orthopedic care available in the San Gabriel Valley. The program was most recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as “High Performing” in total hip and knee replacement orthopedic care for 2018-2019.

“As one of the leading orthopedic surgeons in Los Angeles, we are proud to have Dr. Dietrick step into this expanded role as medical director of our joint replacement program,” said Lori J. Morgan, MD, MBA, president and CEO, Huntington Hospital. “His trusted experience and dedication to quality are an excellent fit for our brand of care.”

Dr. Dietrick has been practicing orthopedics as an attending surgeon at Huntington Hospital since 2004 . He received his bachelor of arts degree from Dartmouth in 1994 and graduated from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California in 1998. He also performed his internship at the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California, department of orthopaedic surgery and fellowship at the University of California at San Diego in adult reconstruction hip and knee replacement.

Dr. Dietrick has previously held the positions of chair, orthopedic quality committee, total joint program and chair, orthopedic section, at Huntington Hospital.

“I’m honored to be selected for this role,” said Dr. Dietrick. “Huntington Hospital’s orthopedic program offers so much for our patients: expert staff and state-of-the-art facilities with best-practice techniques that help people get ready for surgery and recover more quickly, so they can get back to enjoying their lives. I’m looking forward to leading the comprehensive care we provide to our joint patients.”

Whether treating a painful fractured hip or repairing damage to the delicate bones of the human hand, Huntington Hospital’s commitment to providing individual attention and ensuring patient satisfaction has inspired U.S. News & World Report and the Joint Commission to recognize Huntington Hospital as a leader in orthopedic care.

Find a local orthopedist in the Pasadena area affiliated with Huntington Hospital for your needs.

Congratulations to August’s DAISY Award Winner, Sable Williams, RN

Posted on August 28, 2018September 15, 2023 by Workforce

As a designated Magnet hospital, Huntington Hospital is a recognized leader in nursing excellence. Every day, our nurses go above and beyond for our patients, and we are proud to recognize them for their efforts.

The DAISY Award was established by The DAISY Foundation in memory of J. Patrick Barnes. The Barnes family was awestruck by the clinical skills, caring and compassion of the nurses who cared for Patrick, and created this international award to say thank you to nurses everywhere.

Huntington Hospital’s August DAISY Award winner is Sable Williams, RN. Sable was nominated by a colleague who wrote the following:

“My patient was diagnosed with an illness six months ago and underwent several procedures and treatments. The patient and her husband were angry and upset at her illness and it showed, affecting the staff. This was understandable, as they were grieving. Toward the end of her time, her husband was not ready to let go, but the patient was. She was no longer upset and was at peace. This was a difficult case and not everyone is able to “not take it personal.” There was one nurse who did just that – Sable. She was positive, caring, nurturing, loving and kind, even towards the husband who was having a difficult time. Sable gave the patient the opportunity to have control in their care. This patient did not open up to anyone, but she did with Sable. She trusted Sable. The extra love and genuine care Sable gave to the patient made her last two days alive, this is what the patient wanted. Sable listened to the patient’s concerns and needs. She went above and beyond to arrange the final wishes for her, including making sure her husband was comfortable. It’s very easy to become frustrated with difficult cases. Sable earns my respect for looking past a negative setting by reaching, caring, and genuinely connecting with this patient and her family. The smile the patient had on her face when she felt at peace will be an unforgettable image and Sable was a huge factor behind the patient’s smile before she passed away.”

For more information about the DAISY Award, please visit: The DAISY Award at Huntington Hospital

Business Life Magazine recognizes Amal Obaid-Schmid, MD as Healthcare Hero

Posted on August 21, 2018March 30, 2023 by Workforce

Congratulations to Huntington Hospital’s medical director of trauma services, Amal Obaid-Schmid, MD, for being named a Healthcare Hero in the most recent issue of Business Life Magazine!

Dr. Obaid-Schmid is featured for her above and beyond work to train people throughout our community on how to “Stop the Bleed.” These hands-on trainings teach invaluable information on how to use tourniquets and control bleeding in traumatic injuries – helping save lives before emergency medical personnel are able to arrive.

“I always wanted to be a doctor…since I was a little girl,” said Dr. Obaid-Schmid. “When I was completing my residency training, I immediately chose to focus on trauma surgery. Every day, I have the opportunity to save a life. I just know this is where I belong in the healthcare field, and I’m so proud to lead the efforts for the largest trauma center in the San Gabriel Valley.”

To read the article, visit: http://businesslife.com/articles.php?id=3124