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We are thrilled to welcome 17 talented interns to the Cottage Health team this summer! Spanning 10 specialized departments, these interns will be taking on part-time or full-time roles over the next 10 weeks. During their time with us, they'll gain valuable exposure to real-world healthcare challenges, engage in curriculum relevant to their fields, and participate in cohort activities designed to build meaningful relationships and immerse themselves in various aspects of the Cottage Health experience. We can’t wait to see all that they’ll accomplish!

Cottage Urgent Care Centers specialize in the treatment of minor injuries and illnesses. Located from Ventura to San Luis Obispo — each Center is open 365 days a year, 8am-8pm. Make an appointment at a location near you at https://lnkd.in/g3yfKqW3 Appointments are strongly encouraged; walk-ins are welcome but subject to availability. Always call 9-1-1 if you suspect a heart attack or stroke, or if someone has stopped breathing. #UrgentCare #santabarbaracounty #venturacounty #sanluisobispocounty

David R. Quincy, MD, family medicine provider, has joined Cottage Primary Care – Santa Barbara where he will practice primary care medicine alongside Yana Gristan, MD and Arielle Kanner, DO. The practice is located at 2329 Oak Park Lane in Santa Barbara. Dr. David Quincy is a family physician with over three decades of experience. He is board-certified by the American Board of Family Practice and holds a Certificate of Added Qualification in Primary Care Sports Medicine. For more information or to schedule an appointment with Drs. Gristan, Kanner or Quincy, call 805-563-7010 or visit https://lnkd.in/g6ybP9q6

Don't miss out on the opportunity to  learn about what it really means to be an effective advocate for children, and discuss how we can align work in community and systems change/policy advocacy with the values of our institutions, our profession and our communities.

We are excited to welcome Dr. Ben Hoffman, MD, FAAP, President of the American Academy of Pediatrics, to our next Pediatric Grand Rounds! Dr. Hoffman brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in child health advocacy. Pediatricians are advocates for children by nature and necessity. However, many of us have not had the opportunity to learn and practice the skills essential for effective advocacy. Together, we will examine what it really means to be an effective advocate for children, and discuss how we can align work in community and systems change/policy advocacy with the values of our institutions, our profession and our communities. Learning Objectives: • Summarize physician and healthcare provider advocacy. • Examine ways healthcare providers can advocate to improve the health of their communities. • Review key skills necessary for effective advocacy. • Discuss alignment of an advocacy mission with academic and institutional values and structures. • Examine the promotion and tenure process and how to employ an advocacy portfolio. JOIN US Register for in-person attendance: cottagehealth.org/pedsgr Register for virtual attendance: https://lnkd.in/gDaRkWSw

Introducing the New AI in Medicine Grand Rounds! Join us for our first meeting on June 13 from 12 - 1 p.m. The primary objective of this series is to provide educational opportunities and disseminate information about the rapidly evolving field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications in healthcare. By bringing together experts in the field, we aim to equip our medical staff and residents with up-to-date knowledge and practical insights into leveraging AI technologies for improved patient care, clinical decision-making, and operational efficiency. FEATURED SPEAKER: Christophe Le Renard, MD, MHA Chief Medical Information Officer, Cottage Health MODERATOR: Lynn Fitzgibbons, MD, FIDSA Director, Internal Medicine Residency Program, Cottage Health LEARNING OBJECTIVES: - Differentiate between different forms of Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Examine two forms of bias in AI - Summarize two legal risks when adopting an AI tool Please register at: https://lnkd.in/gbgMk8sF

Cottage Health salutes all Emergency Medical Services professionals for the vital role they play in caring for our community. EMS Week brings together local communities and medical personnel to honor the dedication of those who provide lifesaving services on the frontlines every day. #EMSWeek

Join us for this month's FREE Virtual Psychiatric Grand Rounds on Addressing Systemic Racism in Psychiatry. This presentation will dive into the critical issue of racial disparities in mental health care and how it connects to the underrepresentation of minorities in psychiatry. SPEAKER: Danielle R. Hairston, MD is a double board-certified Adult/Consultation-Liaison psychiatrist, medical educator, author, speaker, and promoter of mental wellness. Register at: https://lnkd.in/g-DrV78c After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the training.

Cottage Health is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work® for a sixth time! The certification is based on what current employees shared in confidential surveys about their experience working at Cottage Health. Great Place To Work® is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience and leadership skills to foster employee retention and increased innovation. #GPTWcertified Learn more about a career at Cottage: https://lnkd.in/eAfGSv5r

National Nurses Week is an opportunity to extend gratitude to nurses everywhere for choosing a career of service, lifelong learning and caring for others. Thank you, nurses, for all that you do! #NursesWeek2024 https://lnkd.in/gSkYSQ2Y