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April 2026
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April 18, 2026Planning for retirement? Start here
Explore key resources, timelines, and support to help make retirement planning more manageable.
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April 17, 2026First 90 days: Vice Chancellor focuses on listening, growth, alignment
In his first 90 days as vice chancellor of human health sciences at UC Davis Health, Mark Rosenblatt has taken an inclusive and thoughtful approach: listen, learn and begin aligning a growing organization around shared priorities.
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April 17, 2026Supporting patient care through device reprocessing
At UC Davis Health, delivering exceptional care goes hand in hand with our sustainability efforts and being responsible stewards of our resources. One impactful way teams across the organization are doing both is through the reprocessing and reuse of select medical devices.
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Neurological HealthApril 17, 2026Comprehensive guidance on surgical management of ossified posterior longitudinal ligament
A new review explains how doctors diagnose and treat ossified posterior longitudinal ligament, a condition causing cervical spinal cord compression. It compares surgical approaches and offers a practical decision guide to improve patient outcomes.
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April 17, 2026Emergency Department nurse Kaylah Hallam honored with DAISY Award
Kaylah Hallam, BSN, RN, TCRN, in the Emergency Department, received a DAISY Award this week for the meaningful difference she makes every day for patients, families, and her colleagues.
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April 16, 2026Construction notification: Phased underground utility work at PS5 entrance/exit
Monday, April 20, through Friday, May 1, 7 a.m.-4 p.m., the CUPx team will perform underground utility work on X Street, impacting vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
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April 16, 2026Leadership Message: Leaning into artificial intelligence responsibly
Artificial intelligence (AI), including generative AI, is becoming a common part of our daily lives, and, in the near future, most if not all the technology we use will be AI-enabled.
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April 16, 2026
Construction notification: California Tower roof tar application
Rescheduled: Monday, April 20, through Friday, May 1, 7 a.m.-3 p.m., the California Tower team will apply roof tar to the perimeter of level 4.
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April 16, 2026Reminder: Digital accessibility deadline is April 24
Our health system is reminding units and teams that recent updates to the implementing regulations of Title II of the ADA take effect on April 24 – that is the federal deadline for making compliance changes.
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Medical CenterApril 16, 2026Conversations that matter: Making advance care planning standard care
UC Davis Health improved advance care planning through systemwide, team‑based efforts, boosting document completion rates, advancing equity and ensuring care aligns with patients’ values.
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School of MedicineApril 15, 2026How the School of Medicine built a primary care pipeline to address physician shortages
UC Davis graduates a higher share of primary care physicians than most medical schools, which expands access and addresses shortages in underserved California communities.
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Medical CenterApril 15, 2026California Tower’s first patients arrive early — and have wings
By the time California Tower opens its doors to patients in 2030, its first residents will already have taken flight.
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April 15, 2026From the OR to the shelter: SICU and Perioperative Services give back
UC Davis Health’s Surgical Intensive Care Unit and Perioperative Services teams worked together to support local animal shelters, shifting their annual fundraiser to February, when shelters typically receive fewer donations.
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April 15, 2026How to apply for a STAIR grant to advance your research
If you’re a UC Davis innovator with a breakthrough idea in human health, learn more and apply for a Science Translation and Innovative Research (STAIR) grant.
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Diabetes and EndocrinologyApril 15, 2026Do low thyroid hormone levels contribute to heart dysfunction?
Endocrinology clinicians examined patients with myxedema coma, the most severe form of hypothyroidism, to better understand the role of thyroid hormones in cardiac contractility.
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April 15, 2026In case you missed it: ERG Town Hall recording and additional questions answered
This year’s Employee Resource Group (ERG) Town Hall provided a forum for ERG leaders to share their experiences, discuss the state of culture and climate at UC Davis Health, and outline what’s next for the program.
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April 14, 2026Celebrating outstanding contributions to wellness
The Jacquelyn Anderson Wellness Innovation Award honors individuals who demonstrate exceptional innovation in research, education, advocacy, or raising awareness of the importance and impact of wellness.
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Medical CenterApril 14, 2026Falcon family enters full nesting mode with four eggs
All signs point to a full nest this season, with the UC Davis Health peregrine falcon appearing to settle in with a brood of four eggs.
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April 14, 2026
Construction activity: Underground utility work at PS5 entrance/exit
Sunday, April 19, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., the CUPx team will perform underground utility work on X Street at the PS5 entrance/exit.
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April 13, 20262025 Karen Eilers Award for Staff Excellence
The Karen Eilers Award for Staff Excellence is an endowed award that recognizes a UC Davis Health staff member who exemplifies the qualities of service orientation, leadership and dedication demonstrated by Karen Eilers during her 34 years of service.
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April 13, 20262026 Nurses Week: Events & Activities
Nurses Week is just around the corner (May 6-12)! Explore a variety of events and activities happening across the organization to honor and celebrate our nurses.
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April 10, 2026National Pet Day sneak peek
Cuteness overload! More than 30 pet photos were submitted for the annual National Pet Day celebration. More to come tomorrow on the UC Davis Health social media channels.
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April 10, 2026Photo update: The other spring celebrity settles in
Last spring, she won over employees simply by doing what killdeer have done for generations: choosing an unlikely, gravelly patch of ground and calling it home.
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April 10, 2026Recognizing excellence: Senior leaders thank AI Scribe Project Team
An executive letter celebrates the team behind the AI scribe clinical documentation tool that's returning time to physicians.
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April 10, 2026Nominations for Employee Resource Group Executive Boards now open
Are you a current member of one of the eight Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) at UC Davis Health? Nominate yourself or others for an executive board opportunity.
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April 09, 2026Honoring those we have lost: UC Davis Remembrance Ceremony
UC Davis will host its annual Remembrance Ceremony on May 11, bringing the community together to honor those who have passed through reflection, music, and a reading of names.
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April 09, 2026Leadership Message: Fostering appreciation and conflict competence
At the Ombuds Office, we engage with faculty, staff, and students who face various challenges in their work and learning environments. We assist by serving as a neutral sounding board, helping generate options and exploring possible paths forward.
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April 09, 2026'Summer at Aggie Square' provides high school students with hands-on summer program
Summer at Aggie Square offers a short, accessible, hands-on alternative designed to keep high school students engaged in learning that inspires growth, sparks curiosity and builds confidence.
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April 09, 2026Creating comfort and trust: Trang Khu receives DAISY Award
Last week, Trang Khu, MS-L, BSN, Med-Surg BC, in the Acute Infections Management Clinic, received a DAISY Award for her exceptional ability to create a sense of comfort, trust, and empowerment for her patients.
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April 08, 2026Meet PathPal: UCPath’s new 24/7 support chatbot
This new AI-powered chatbot provides on-demand guidance and links to trusted resources to help you complete UCPath tasks with ease.
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COVID-19 Information and Additional Resources
