Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

The latest news and patient stories about Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center from Sharp HealthCare experts and our Sharp Health News writers and contributors.

Mike Burge of San Diego in a life vest swimming with a dolphin

Adventure seeker at his peak after knee surgery

Arthritis threatened to sideline Mike Burge from skiing, but thanks to expert care at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, he’s back on the mountain.

Marcus Ingvartsen and Ema Boaten with fans at Sharp Chula Vista medical Center

San Diego FC players visit babies at Sharp Chula Vista

Marcus Ingvartsen and Ema Boateng shared sweet moments with their tiniest fans pairing the spirit of soccer with the pride of community.

Kids running through the water at the beach

Why sun protection for kids is essential

Kids have skin that is thinner and more delicate than adults, so sun protection is a summertime must.

Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center 50th Anniversary Cover

50 years of care for the South Bay

Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center plans for the expansion of emergency, maternity, cancer and orthopedic services as the hospital enters a new era.

Happy family sitting outside in the park

Culturally competent care for the Filipino community

San Diego has a thriving Filipino community. In his South Bay office, Dr. Novencido serves this community with pride.

Madeline Grapilon of San Diego volunteers at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

Student volunteer brings joy with wishing cranes

Carefully folded origami cranes carry messages of hope and healing, as one teen volunteer helps brighten patients’ days at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center.