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Laurie Flynn, M.D., surgical director of the Leta M. Chapman Breast Center at Hillcrest Medical Center, frequently emphasizes the importance of taking a proactive approach to breast health. She urges women to be familiar with their breasts and immediately report any changes to a health care provider. In addition, she advises women who may have a higher chance of developing breast cancer to become acquainted with breast risk assessments as early as possible.

It was over five years ago when Bob Wall experienced his first stroke. He and his wife, Lisa, were shopping in San Diego when she noticed he was mumbling and his face was drooping.

“He could barely lift his left arm,” Lisa said.

She was confident he was having a stroke. After a store employee quickly called an ambulance, Bob was rushed to the hospital, and just 24 hours later, he was discharged. With no history of stroke or heart problems, Bob and Lisa left with no answer as to what had caused the stroke.

In order to achieve the highest level of quality and patient safety, Hillcrest Medical Center remains focused on pursuing the latest best practices and most advanced technologies in the health care industry. Hillcrest Medical Center’s Patient Safety Officer, Debra Allen, remains actively engaged in researching and implementing quality improvement initiatives focused on measuring and improving patient outcomes.