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El Camino Health First in State to be Recognized for Excellence with Transcatheter Valve Certification
October 1, 2020 -
Builds upon health system’s leadership in cardiology with its newly opened Women’s Heart Center and special Cardio-Oncology Program
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El Camino Health and Conversa Health Scale Partnership Improving Respiratory Care Coordination and Patient Experience
February 3, 2020 -
Explore the partnership between El Camino Health and Conversa Health, utilizing 2 BREATHE Chat to transform respiratory care and elevate patient experiences.
Targeted Therapy for Recurrent Brain Tumors
El Camino Health First on West Coast to Offer New Targeted Therapy for Recurrent Brain Tumors
October 1, 2019 -
El Camino Health’s Mountain View hospital is the first on the West Coast to offer GammaTile™ Therapy, a new approach to treating recurrent brain tumors.
Robotic Lung Nodule Biopsy Procedure
El Camino Health is First in the World to Commercially Offer Robotic Lung Nodule Biopsy Procedure
September 25, 2019 -
ECH is the first globally to use the Ion Endoluminal Robotic Bronchoscopy System for minimally invasive lung biopsies, enhancing early lung cancer diagnosis.
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Robotic Precision Joint Replacement Surgery Now Available
July 25, 2019 -
Innovative Robotic Surgery System Allows Orthopedic Surgeons to Personalize Knee and Hip Replacement Procedures to Each Patient
El Camino Hospital/Pathways Home Health & Hospice Receive Pilot Pioneer Award from Aging2.0
El Camino Hospital First in California to Offer New Treatment for Severe COPD/Emphysema
March 11, 2019 -
Revolutionary lung valve is first FDA-approved device to help emphysema patients breathe easier without major surgery
The Newsroom
Interventional Pulmonology Assistant Certificate Program is First in United States
September 19, 2018 -
Celebrate the inaugural graduation of students from the Interventional Pulmonology Assistant Certificate program at El Camino Hospital and Foothill College.
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for Lung Cancer Diagnosis
El Camino Hospital Pioneers First U.S. Use of Robotic Platform 
for Lung Cancer Diagnosis
April 11, 2018 -
The Taft Center for Clinical Research leads the way in lung cancer diagnosis with the first U.S. robotic bronchoscopy, enhancing early detection and treatment.
Rehabilitation Center at El Camino Hospital Los Gatos
Rehabilitation Center at El Camino Hospital Los Gatos Offers Holistic Recovery and Therapies
October 6, 2017 -
Discover El Camino Hospital's Rehabilitation Center, where innovative therapies enhance recovery for stroke, spinal cord injuries, and more.
El Camino Hospital Launches Online Price Estimator Service
El Camino Hospital Launches Online Price Estimator Service to Assist Patients in Being Informed Healthcare Consumers
August 28, 2017 -
Discover ECH's new price estimator tool, providing real-time out-of-pocket cost estimates for 80 medical services, available online anytime for your convenience
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El Camino Hospital to Offer Calypso 4D Localization System
July 19, 2017 -
El Camino Hospital's new Calypso 4D Localization System revolutionizes soft tissue cancer treatment with real-time tracking and targeted radiation therapy.
Susan Bukunt
Leadership in Action: Cultivating Teamwork to Improve Patient Care
July 17, 2017 -

Susan Bukunt has served in many different roles during her over 40-year tenure at El Camino Hospital, and her experiences have taught her the importance of teamwork and that internal process improvements directly impact patient care. As Senior Director of Quality and Patient Safety, Susan was asked to play an integral role in the launch of the iCare system at El Camino Hospital, which manages the electronic medical records for patients. “You need everyone’s help in the decision-making process.

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Taft Center for Clinical Research Advances Medical Care
June 23, 2017 -
El Camino Hospital's Taft Center for Clinical Research combines innovation with personalized care, providing patients access to groundbreaking clinical trials.
Men’s Health
El Camino Hospital Advances Men’s Healthcare with Unique Program
June 9, 2017 -
The Men’s Health Program at El Camino Hospital in Los Gatos has a variety of specialists who are focused on men’s health issues.
Family Health App
El Camino Hospital Tailors Health Content and Resources for Grow App’s Silicon Valley Users
May 3, 2017 -
The Grow app organizes the whole family’s health needs in one convenient, free and secure tool.
Dr. Fred St. Goar
Ideal Innovation Conditions Lead to Heart Care Breakthrough
April 11, 2017 -
Dr. Fred St. Goar never thought he would be associated with a revolutionary device and procedure - MitraClip - that would reframe patient care.
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El Camino Hospital Surgeon Performs Two-Level Cervical Disc Replacement Surgery to Regain Athlete’s Functionality
February 15, 2017 -
Explore Nicole Haratani's journey from chronic pain to recovery with cervical disc replacement, enabling her to resume her athletic pursuits and busy career.  
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El Camino Hospital Utilizes Leading-Edge Devices to Treat Heart Conditions
December 13, 2016 -
Discover innovative heart treatments at the Norma Melchor Heart & Vascular Institute. We offer the Absorb GT1 stent and WATCHMAN™ device for effective care.
Advancing Lung Care through Clinical Research
Advancing Lung Care through Clinical Research
November 16, 2016 -
Discover cutting-edge clinical research at the Taft Center for Clinical Research, El Camino Hospital. Join us in advancing treatments in pulmonology and beyond.
El Camino Hospital Innovation
El Camino Hospital and Fogarty Institute Are Recognized in Top “50 Hospitals with Innovation Programs” by Becker’s Hospital Review
October 10, 2016 -
Discover El Camino Hospital and the Fogarty Institute for Innovation, recognized for their commitment to medical technology and improving patient care.
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Hospital Launches GutCheck System Clinical Trial
March 18, 2016 -
El Camino Hospital is First Site to Study Device Designed to Measure Electrical Signals in the Digestive Tract  
Transforming Traditional Models of Fall Prevention Through The Power of Prescriptive Analytics
Transforming Traditional Models of Fall Prevention Through The Power of Prescriptive Analytics
August 31, 2015 -
El Camino Hospital is committed to patient safety, achieving a 39% reduction in falls through innovative analytics and enhanced communication strategies.
El Camino Hospital/Pathways Home Health & Hospice Receive Pilot Pioneer Award from Aging2.0
El Camino Hospital/Pathways Home Health & Hospice Receive Pilot Pioneer Award from Aging2.0
July 28, 2015 -
Honored with the Pilot Pioneer Award, El Camino Hospital and Pathways Home Health & Hospice lead the way in innovative solutions for enhancing senior care.
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Cyrcadia Health Enters Clinical Trials for Wearable Breast Cancer Detection Device
July 7, 2015 -
Cyrcadia Health, Inc. is launching a clinical trial for its innovative wearable device for early breast cancer detection at El Camino Hospital, California.
Transforming Traditional Models of Fall Prevention Through The Power of Prescriptive Analytics
First Patient Enrolled in Study Using the RenovoCath™
June 18, 2015 -
El Camino Hospital has initiated a safety study with RenovoCath™, targeting localized chemotherapy delivery for pancreatic cancer, enhancing treatment efficacy.
Transforming Traditional Models of Fall Prevention Through The Power of Prescriptive Analytics
El Camino Hospital Teen Mental Health Program Receives Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Accreditation
May 19, 2015 -
El Camino Hospital's ASPIRE Program enhances mental health support for teens, allowing them to earn credits while learning vital life skills.
El Camino Hospital Innovation
PulsePoint App Helps Save Life of Cardiac Arrest Victim in Sunnyvale
April 20, 2015 -
Learn how Walter Huber used the PulsePoint app to save a life during a cardiac arrest. Discover the vital importance of CPR and AEDs in emergency situations.
Transforming Traditional Models of Fall Prevention Through The Power of Prescriptive Analytics
First Single Incision Laparoscopic Gynecologic Surgery Case in South Bay Performed at El Camino Hospital
January 7, 2015 -
Dr. Prasanna Menon, MD, leads the way in gynecologic care at El Camino Hospital with innovative SILS™ procedures, ensuring minimal scarring and faster recovery.
El Camino Hospital Media Releases
El Camino Hospital Designated the Only Gynecological Case Observation Site for Robotic Surgery in Northern California
January 6, 2015 -
El Camino Hospital leads in robotic gynecological surgery, offering a unique observation site to educate clinicians on the da Vinci® Robot's best practices.
El Camino Hospital Media Releases
El Camino Hospital Heart & Vascular Institute Reviews Pioneering Procedures and Technology Distinguishing Legacy of Groundbreaking Excellence in Patient Care
January 6, 2015 -
El Camino Hospital's Heart and Vascular Institute uses advanced medical technology to effectively treat heart disease and improve patient care.
El Camino Hospital Media Releases
El Camino Hospital Announces First Implant in Clinical Trial To Evaluate Revolutionary Heart Valve Procedure
January 6, 2015 -
El Camino Hospital joins the Medtronic CoreValve trial, a groundbreaking study offering a non-surgical alternative for patients with severe aortic stenosis.
Transforming Traditional Models of Fall Prevention Through The Power of Prescriptive Analytics
El Camino Hospital Physicians Launch Trial to Find Early Diagnosis Tool for Lung Cancer
January 6, 2015 -
El Camino Hospital's REACT trial seeks to revolutionize lung cancer detection by combining genetic testing and low-dose CT scans for early diagnosis in smokers.
Transforming Traditional Models of Fall Prevention Through The Power of Prescriptive Analytics
El Camino Hospital's Lifenet System Gives New Edge to Heart Attack Victims
January 6, 2015 -
Discover how El Camino Hospital is revolutionizing heart attack treatment with Medtronic's Lifenet System, ensuring faster care for STEMI patients.
El Camino Hospital Media Releases
El Camino Hospital Adds RapidArc Radiotherapy Technology
January 1, 2015 -
Experience cutting-edge cancer care at El Camino Hospital's Center for Advanced Radiotherapy, utilizing RapidArc™ for quicker, targeted radiation therapy.
El Camino Hospital Media Releases
Doctors at El Camino Hospital Perform Unprecedented Surgery on Highly Developed Case of Endometriosis
January 1, 2015 -
El Camino Hospital's surgical team achieved a remarkable feat by treating advanced endometriosis with minimally invasive techniques.
Transforming Traditional Models of Fall Prevention Through The Power of Prescriptive Analytics
El Camino Hospital's ASPIRE Program Designed to Help Stressed-Out Teens Achieve Emotional Resiliency
January 1, 2015 -
El Camino Hospital in Mountain View has launched an after-school program for teenage youths who are experiencing significant anxiety, depression, or other symptoms related to a mental health condition. Called ASPIRE (After-School Program Interventions and Resiliency Education), the group-based acute program's primary goal is to help adolescents achieve emotional wellness and reduce risk for unhealthy behaviors.
Transforming Traditional Models of Fall Prevention Through The Power of Prescriptive Analytics
El Camino Hospital's New Radiation Oncology Center Delivers the Ultimate in High-Precision, Targeted Radiation
January 1, 2015 -
Discover El Camino Hospital's Center for Advanced Radiotherapy, offering cutting-edge treatments like HDR brachytherapy and Cyberknife for targeted cancer care.
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El Camino Hospital Expands Robotic Surgery Program
January 1, 2015 -
We expands our robotic surgery capabilities with three da Vinci Si HD Surgical Systems, offering patients shorter recovery times and improved surgical outcomes.
El Camino Hospital Media Releases
El Camino Hospital is First in South Bay Area to Implant an Investigational Non-Surgical, Leadless Cardiac Pacemaker
January 1, 2015 -
El Camino Hospital is pioneering the use of the Nanostim™ leadless pacemaker, providing patients with a revolutionary, minimally invasive heart pacing solution.
Transforming Traditional Models of Fall Prevention Through The Power of Prescriptive Analytics
El Camino Hospital Offers New FDA-Approved Transcatheter Heart Valve Therapy for Patients Who Are at High Risk to Undergo Open-Heart Surgery
January 1, 2015 -
El Camino Hospital uses the Medtronic CoreValve® System to treat high-risk aortic stenosis patients with exceptional clinical outcomes.
Transforming Traditional Models of Fall Prevention Through The Power of Prescriptive Analytics
El Camino Hospital To Purchase CyberKnife For Non-Invasive Tumor Treatment
January 1, 2015 -
El Camino Hospital is set to become a global training hub with the CyberKnife Robotic Radiosurgery System, offering advanced treatment for various tumors.
El Camino Hospital Media Releases
El Camino Hospital Offers New Muscle Stimulation Technology to Prevent Hospital-Acquired Weakness in Immobilized Patients
January 1, 2015 -
Discover how El Camino Hospital is pioneering the use of the Niveus Muscle Stimulation System 110 to combat ICU-acquired weakness and improve patient recovery.
El Camino Hospital Media Releases
El Camino Hospital and Leaf Healthcare Piloting a Pressure Ulcer Prevention Program Using Innovative Patient Monitoring Technology
January 1, 2015 -
El Camino Hospital enhances patient care by participating in the Leaf Patient Monitor pilot program, ensuring timely interventions for pressure ulcer prevention
Transforming Traditional Models of Fall Prevention Through The Power of Prescriptive Analytics
El Camino Hospital Offers LARIAT Procedure to Prevent Strokes Linked to Atrial Fibrillation
January 1, 2015 -
Explore the benefits of the LARIAT™ procedure at ECH's Heart & Vascular Institute, providing safe stroke prevention for patients with atrial fibrillation.
Transforming Traditional Models of Fall Prevention Through The Power of Prescriptive Analytics
El Camino Hospital Only in Bay Area to Participate in National Clinical Trial of New Treatment for Severe Emphysema
January 1, 2015 -
The trial expects to enroll 315 patients in approximately 30 medical centers across North America, including a few sites in Europe.
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