The Little Mermaid is HBH's Muse for Chamber Dinner
January 27, 2011
Huntington Beach Hospital pulled out all the stops for the Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce annual dinner. The theme of the night's event was "Hollywood." Participants were invited to decorate their tables as a favorite movie.
Huntington Beach Hospital chose the cartoon classic, The Little Mermaid. Jackie Del Castillo, Director of Case Management, arrived dressed as Ariel, and Candace Bartsch, Director of Circle of Friends, bravely donned the attire of Ursula, the sea witch. Candace was awarded Best Actress by the H.B. Chamber!
The hospital's table was decorated with watery blue coverings and fish netting on both the table and the chairs. The centerpiece included a striking balloon arrangement anchored by a variety of shells, ship lights, and other oceanic paraphernalia.
Chamber Leadership Academy Hosted at Huntington Beach Hospital
Januray 19, 2011
Huntington Beach Hospital hosted the Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce Leadership Academy's healthcare learning program. The academy is held every year with a group comprised of local business people and community members who are interested in learning more about the Huntington Beach community. Attendees meet once a month for nine months focusing on different areas of interest.
HBH Administrator Sofia Abrina welcomed the group to the hospital and discussed the many challenges facing hospitals throughout Orange County. She also discussed Core Measures, Patient Safety Surveys and Patient Satisfaction.
ED Director Denise Woolson addressed the attendees on the topic of emergency services including teleradiology consults and our upcoming therapeutic hypothermia program. She also reviewed our disaster preparedness program and told the group she is confident that Huntington Beach Hospital is prepared to handle mass casualties if necessary.
Candace Bartsch, Regional Coordinator of Senior Programs, helped to organize the event and also spoke to the group about senior services, the Silver Anchor Auxiliary, and Circle of Friends programs at Huntington Beach Hospital.
The highlight of the group's time at our hospital was a special tour of the Wound Care and Hyperbaric Treatment Center hosted by Hanna Park and Rebecca James. As the only hospital in the city of Huntington Beach, we were honored to be able to host this program for the Chamber of Commerce. Additional presenters during the day were the CEO of Hoag Hospital, a representative from Kaiser Permanente, and staff members from the Huntington Beach Council on Aging.
Huntington Beach Hospital Supports HB Firefighters' Association
November 8, 2010
The Council on Aging's mission is to enhance the dignity and quality of life for senior citizens in Huntington Beach. Through comprehensive services, education, advocacy and direct action; and through financial support and community involvement, the Council on Aging strives to empower and meet the needs of a diverse population.
Hassan Alkhouli, M.D., Chief Medical Officer, was honored with a presentation of a personalized H.B. Firefighter helmet.
The day included golf at the SeaCliff Country Club followed by dinner at the clubhouse.
Wound Healing Center Open House Held
November 10, 2010
More than 60 community members, business leaders, and physicians attended a recent open house held by Huntington Beach Hospital's Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Medicine Center. Guests at the event had an opportunity to meet the center's physicians and staff members, tour the state-of-the-art clinic, and enjoy refreshments.
Therapies utilized by the clinic to promote wound healing include Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, debridement, infection management, bio-engineered tissue, compression therapy, and advanced dressing technology.
The center treats a variety of wounds such as diabetic ulcers, pressure ulcers, surgical wounds, burns, infections, osteomyelitis and soft tissue radionecrosis.
Huntington Beach Hospital offers the only hospital-based Hyperbaric Treatment Program in the Huntington Beach area.
