From an early age, James Feeney, MD, hospitalist at Highland Hospital understood that his father, Colin Feeney, MD, an Alameda Health System (AHS) provider was truly making a meaningful difference in people’s lives through an exceptional dedication to his patients at Highland Wellness and the medical intensive care unit (MICU) at the Wilma Chan [...]
This World Refugee Day, June 20, Alameda Health System (AHS) recognizes the strength and courage of families who have been forced to flee their home country, and spotlights the Eastmont Wellness Refugee Clinic staff who address the unique health care needs of refugees with compassion and respect. “For me it’s especially rewarding to know [...]
The AHS Index is a new way to look at data that illuminates a snapshot of our world today. It is intended to highlight health inequities and spark conversation, debate, outrage, and wonder. Year that Charley Parkhurst, a fearless stagecoach driver who shepherded gold between Oakland and San Jose on his six-horse stagecoach during the [...]
Kim Cloud thought he was going in for a quick routine checkup a few years ago. Instead, they found prostate cancer. "I'm cancer-free because I caught it in time," said Cloud, who is vice president of the East Bay Dragons, the West Coast's oldest Black motorcycle club. It's just one of many reasons Cloud [...]
The AHS Index is a new way to look at data that illuminates a snapshot of our world today. It is intended to highlight health inequities and spark conversation, debate, outrage, and wonder. Number of outpatient clinic visits Alameda Health System (AHS) employees delivered in 2023: 360,451 Babies delivered: 1,457 Surgeries performed: 8,811 Patients served: [...]
Congratulations and thank you to our newest DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune System) honorees for providing extraordinary nursing care to every patient every time. DAISY Award honorees were recognized by Alameda Health System (AHS) leadership and received a certificate of achievement, DAISY pin [...]
Nurses are the heart and soul of Alameda Health System's (AHS) health care team. We thank our more than 1,800 dedicated nurses and express our deepest gratitude and [...]
At Alameda Health System (AHS) our employees are our greatest asset. Our STARs (Service Team Award Recipient) are employees recognized for going above and beyond the standards of behavior with outstanding performance based on contributions to the AHS vision, mission and values. These individuals demonstrate professionalism and enthusiasm in their day-to-day duties. They are [...]
Every Alameda Health System (AHS) employee contributes to the patient experience. Our staff’s compassion, empathy, and professionalism create an exceptional environment where patients feel heard, valued, and cared for. Together, we have fostered a culture of inclusivity and collaboration that is evident in every interaction with our patients and their families. This year, we [...]
Alameda Health System has partnered with Carnegie Hall and Noe Music to offer the Lullaby Project to perinatal patients enrolled in its Centering Pregnancy program. The Lullaby Project pairs professional musicians with expecting families. Together, they compose and sing personalized lullabies in English and Spanish for their babies. “It’s amazing when you can experience [...]
