Pediatric patients painted their hands and put their prints on a Hyundai during the Hyundai Hope On Wheels event this month, where physician-scientist Theodore Scott Nowicki, MD, PhD was awarded a $400,000 Hyundai Scholar Hope grant that will support him and his colleagues' research into improving the effectiveness of therapies for solid tumors. Funding this research is important to patients such as 15-year-old Angela Unayan, who recently completed cancer treatment and shared her treatment journey and experiences. “Some things I’d like to see in the future,” she said, “is the 14-15% of kids who die of cancer every year to shrink to zero, and for treatments to become less invasive, with less side effects." Read more: https://ucla.in/4dzz9UE UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center
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For 60+ years, UCLA Health has provided the best health care & the latest medical tech to the people of LA & the world.
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For more than half a century, UCLA Health has provided the best in healthcare and the latest in medical technology to the people of Los Angeles and throughout the world. Comprised of Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, UCLA Medical Center Santa Monica, Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital at UCLA, UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital, and the UCLA Medical Group with its wide-reaching system of primary-care and specialty-care offices throughout the region, UCLA Health is among the most comprehensive and advanced healthcare systems in the world. Our physicians are world leaders in the diagnosis and treatment of complex illnesses, and our hospitals are among the best in the country. Consistently ranked one of the top ten hospitals in the nation and the best medical center in the western United States by U.S. News & World Report, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center is at the cutting edge of biomedical research, and our doctors and scientists are leaders in performing pioneering work across an astounding range of disciplines, from organ transplantation and cardiac surgery to neurosurgery and cancer treatment, and bringing the latest discoveries to virtually every field of medicine.
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In honor of National Health Center Week, our team at UCLA West Valley Medical Center threw a Los Angeles Dodgers-themed BBQ, with guest Bobble! This week is about celebrating our wonderful staff and showing our appreciation for everyone's contributions. Thank you to all who made this a fantastic gathering 🍔 💙 💛
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The Simms/Mann UCLA Center for Integrative Oncology is incredibly grateful to Jeff Lynne's ELO, for generously donating an unforgettable VIP experience to their final U.S. tour! You and a guest could win access to the exclusive ELO lounge with a green screen photo booth, delicious appetizers, and drink tickets. The event takes place in Chicago – airfare and hotel are included. All entries will support the Simms Mann UCLA Center, which provides holistic care to cancer patients and their families through mind, body, and spirit. Donate $10 or more to support the Simms Mann UCLA Center and enter for a chance to win. *Use the promo code 'UCLA' when you make a donation to receive 200 bonus entries. Donate and enter here: prizeo.com/jefflynne
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We're excited to share our latest partnership announcement: UCLA Health is the Official Medical Partner for the Los Angeles Chargers and Presenting Partner of Chargers Training Camp. We will provide leading-edge orthopedic and sports medicine care to the team, including the UCLA Health "Recharge Room," housed within the team's new state-of-the-art training facility, the Bolt. We look forward to collaborating with the Los Angeles Chargers on initiatives that will expand health care resources to our greater LA community. Read more about our involvement: https://ucla.in/3WIesiJ
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Last week, former Los Angeles Dodgers player and Bruin UCLA Alumni player Eric Karros paid a special visit to several night shift nurses, signing Dodgers hats and sharing smiles. Thank you to these health care heroes who work tirelessly to provide exceptional care to our patients 💙 💛 UCLA Alumni Association UCLA
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If you have a passion for making a positive difference in others’ lives, consider a career as a Clinical Social Worker at UCLA Health. Meet Karina, and hear about the professional growth and continual learning she enjoys with us. Explore our current social worker careers and apply today.💙💛 #UCLAHealthCareers https://bit.ly/3ynkgWw
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Are you passionate about elevating your nursing career? Experience the UCLA Health Nurse Residency & OR Training Programs. Through these programs, you can enhance your education with exciting real-world clinical experience and strong mentoring at one of the nation’s top health systems. The application window for our winter 2025 cohort opens on September 6, 2024. Get ready to apply for this important career development program!
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The Breast Cancer Resource Center of Santa Barbara, established in 1997, will present its inaugural Healing through Compassion Award in September to Dr. Fred Kass, oncologist at UCLA Health in Santa Barbara. The award, named in Dr. Kass’ honor, has been established to recognize individuals whose commitment transcends medical expertise to work in collaboration with and encompass the holistic needs of patients. It celebrates individuals like Dr. Kass, whose dedication not only elevates care standards but also fosters hope and unity within the breast cancer care community. Read more: https://bit.ly/3ytEFcv
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If you have a passion 💙 for ongoing learning and development, join us on August 23, 27, or 29 to learn how you can advance your nursing career with the UCLA Health Nurse Residency Program. The program offers exceptional clinical experience and personal mentoring with a world-class nursing team. Learn more and RSVP today. #UCLAHealthCareers https://bit.ly/44nFgqk
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If you have a passion for advancing clinical research, come visit us at booth 105 at the NCURA Annual Meeting today through August 7th in Washington, DC. This will be an excellent time to network, attend workshops, and grow your knowledge of the latest developments in research administration. You’ll also be able to explore careers with us. We hope to see you here! #ResearchCareers #NCURA2024 #UCLAHealthCareers