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MD's and DO's are equally qualified physicians. When picking your doctor, it's more important to focus on their communication skills, knowledge, and experience instead of their degree. It's open enrollment time, and if you're looking for a physician that's right for you, use our "Find a Doctor" tool at dignityhealth.org/ourdoctors to find a physician near you.

Humankindness is at the root of all healingoffering compassion when we need it, courage when hope seems lost, and a connection that is ever present among us all. #Hellohumankindness

What can you do to boost your body's power to fight infection? In this ABC7 segment Dr. Nicholas Testa, Chief Physician Executive, Southwest Division shares tips to help you keep your body healthy and strong. He also shares reasons why you should continue with your routine medical care, screenings, and scheduled surgeries.

It's time to ShakeOut! At 10:15 a.m., DROP, COVER, AND HOLD ON! Join FEMA and millions of people from all over the world to practice earthquake safety. You can also watch this instructional video to practice whenever and wherever you are. #DropCoverHoldOn #ShakeOut

Dignity Health is committed to achieving health equity and acknowledges October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to increase awareness of the disease. Through screening, access and treatment, improving education, providing support and telling stories of hope, together we can make a difference in the fight against breast cancer. Click below to find out how you can help support women in need.

Today we celebrate St. Bernardine Medical Center Founders Day. Thank you to the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word for answering the call to serve the San Bernardino community by opening St. Bernardine on October 10, 1931. Join us in wishing SBMC a happy 89th birthday!

Here’s to the beautiful history, culture, and traditions that strength our community and families. #HispanicHeritageMonth #Hellohumankindness

What will Halloween look like this year? And, is it safe to go to the emergency room during COVID? Dr. Nicholas Testa, Chief Physician Executive, Southwest Division, addressed both questions in this twofold segment on ABC7.

Please join us in welcoming our new Chief Nursing Executive Officer (CNEO), Erin Keefe, RN, CNEP, to the St. Bernardine family! In her new role as CNEO, Erin leads a team of more than 1,100 nurses and is responsible for the overall strategy, operations, and budget for nursing and clinical operations, with a focus on quality and patient experience. Erin says, It’s my privilege to serve patients and families in their most difficult moments and I’m excited to share my passion for nursing with the amazing team at St. Bernardine." SBMC is happy to have you on board!

Congratulations to Amy Zimmermann, childbirth educator and caregiver, for being recognized as a Guardian Angel by a grateful patient! Amy is pictured here receiving her honorary Guardian Angel pin from her supervisor Wendy McDowell, Manager, Mother Baby. The Guardian Angel program allows for patients and family members to make a donation to the Dignity Health Foundation - Inland Empire in a caregivers name. Thank you, Amy, for exemplifying #humankindness to our patients. To learn more about the Guardian Angel Program or to honor your very own Guardian Angel please visit: https://humankindn.es/2GT6bF2

Humankindness doesn’t have a how-to guide. Its practice isn’t laid out step by step. Each of us are free to express, define, and relate to humankindness in our own way. #Hellohumankindness

"Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America." Join us in celebrating by visiting https://www.hispanicheritagemonth.gov/exhibits-and-collect/ to learn about some of the contributions made by this vibrant culture that has enriched our society.

The coronavirus pandemic may have changed a lot of things but one thing remains the same, falling is NOT a normal part of aging. In support of Falls Prevention Week, take this quiz to find out what steps you can take to reduce your risk. https://humankindn.es/2FLwzRn