Hawaii Pacific Health

The HPH Summer Student Research Program scholars wrapped up their fourth week with an immersive experience at Pali Momi Medical Center in laparoscopic surgery, learning how to suture and operate the equipment used for robotic-assisted, minimally-invasive procedures from General Surgeon Dr. Maria Ver, Urologist Dr. Franklin Lee and Noelani Kohner, RN.

We're excited to have Kā'eo Kekumano join us as an HPH Summer Student Research Program scholar this year! Kā'eo is a senior at Harvard University and graduate of Kamehameha Schools Kapālama Campus. His interest in pursuing a career in medicine stems from his desire to use medicine as a way to advance social justice and health equity for Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders. His favorite role model is his mother, "because she sacrificed a lot for me." Fun fact: Kā'eo has dual U.S.-Canadian citizenship! 🍁 Clinical research study: Experience and Outcomes with Pulmonary Embolism Response Team (PERT) at Hawaii Pacific Health Principal Investigator: Dr. Sanah Christopher, interventional cardiologist at Pali Momi Medical Center.

It's time to serve up some congratulations! 🏆 🎉 Hawaii Pacific Health Medical Group (HPHMG) Chief of Primary Care Dr. Sandy Noon competed in the Hawaii Pacific Rim Pickleball Cup June 19-24, placing second in mixed doubles and third in women's doubles. Dr. Noon and HPHMG sponsored the court and donated items for the tournament, which took place on Hawaii Island. Super job, Dr. Noon, on your impressive achievements and for showing us what "healthier" means to you! #hphohana #healthierhawaii

Meet Hawaii Pacific Health 2024 Summer Student Research Program (SSRP) scholar Shari Ho, a junior at the University of Notre Dame and graduate of Punahou School. Shari's grandfather is one of her favorite role models. "He was an oncologist at Straub Benioff Medical Center and retired a few years ago. Thanks to the opportunities that come with being part of the SSRP, I am meeting so many new people who work for HPH ... and they all had so much respect for my grandpa and for the work he did over the years. Everyone said he was extremely kind, patient and knowledgeable, and I hope one day my patients and colleagues will see me in the same way." Clinical research study: Utilization of Integrative Medicine Services Among Survivors of Childhood, Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer. Principal Investigator: Dr. Kelley Hutchins, pediatric hematology/oncology physician at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children.

Are you gifted with numbers and have great financial instincts? You could be the ideal candidate for our Senior Financial Analyst position at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children in Honolulu. In this role, you will provide financial analysis and review of our operations to understand past and future performance; develop new programs and ensure the System’s financial viability over the short and long term. We are looking for someone detail-oriented and driven, with an appreciation for financial and operational integrity, and a commitment to delivering the highest quality health care to Hawaii’s people. Hawaii Pacific Health employees enjoy competitive pay, health and dental insurance, paid vacation, opportunities for career advancement and professional development, and more. Apply today: https://bit.ly/3SkMFmZ #careers #employment #recruitment #finance #financialanalyst #nowhiring #jobs

Get to know Hawaii Pacific Health 2024 Summer Student Research Program (SSRP) scholar Arianna Antoku, a senior at Scripps College and graduate of Punahou School. Arianna became interested in a career in medicine shadowing health care professionals during her time as an intern in the HPH Health Careers Summer Internship, which allowed her to rotate through multiple departments and interact with patients. Fun fact: Arianna was on the bowling team in high school!🎳 Clinical research study: Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infections and Preventative Strategies in Pediatric Patients. Principal Investigator: Dr. Natascha Ching, pediatric infectious disease physician at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children.

Join our Hawaii Pacific Health Human Resources team at these upcoming job fairs and discover how you can find a rewarding career where passion meets purpose. We will be there to answer questions and tell you more about current clinical and non-clinical career opportunities at HPH. Honolulu Star-Advertiser Hawaii Career Expo Blaisdell Honolulu Exhibition Hall Wednesday, July 31, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. AHEC Hawaii Health Workforce Summit Hilton Hawaiian Village Saturday, Sept. 7, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Honolulu Star-Advertiser Hawaii Career Expo Blaisdell Honolulu Exhibition Hall Wednesday, Oct. 30, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. For more information on open positions, visit https://lnkd.in/gfcqVbZp.

The 2024 SSRP scholars started off their fourth week by leading the highly anticipated Healthy Living community health event at Lanakila Multi-Purpose Senior Center July 8. The students presented tips and reminders on nutrition and habits for a healthy lifestyle to kupuna. The program also featured a Q&A session with Dr. Dale Glenn and an energetic chair Zumba routine led by Dr. Chieko Kimata with the help of the SSRP scholars. The event concluded with the distribution of fresh produce and delicious bentos for participants to take home. The free event was supported by the M. Lou Hefley, MD Endowment Fund, established by the Straub Foundation. The scholars’ week continued with “careers in medicine” talks with Hawaii Pacific Health Medical Group CEO Dr. Les Chun, and the leadership of Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children: Chief Operating Officer Gidget Ruscetta and Vice President of Hospital Operations Mike Foutch. The scholars' visit to Kapiolani concluded with a tour of the facility. At Hoʻoulu ʻĀina, the scholars contributed to tending to the 100-acre nature preserve, owned and operated by Kōkua Kalihi Valley (KKV). After a morning of hard work, the scholars met with KKV’s CEO Dr. David Derauf, who shared the health center’s comprehensive approach to health, from primary care services to a variety of community and culture-based programs. The scholars learned about their efforts to integrate traditional practices - lāʻau lapaʻau (plant medicine), lomilomi massage, hoʻoponopono (mental health) - into their clinic.

Hawaii Pacific Health is proud to partner with Kamehameha Schools (KS) on several initiatives, including increasing opportunities for Native Hawaiian students interested in pursuing health care careers. At the Kamehameha Schools Intern Breakfast July 1, a panel of KS alumni who work at HPH shared their stories of choosing their career pathways with KS graduates who are currently taking part in the HPH Health Careers Summer Internship. Following the formal panel, students had the chance to sit with each panelist for an intimate talk story and address any questions they had regarding their future endeavors. Panelists Leah Nahale, HPH risk management manager, Kauhi Ahana, Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children staffing manager, and Dr. Jonathan Aki, Hawaii Pacific Health Medical Group urgent care physician, shared their stories to bring awareness to students that both clinical and non-clinical careers are available at HPH. Mahalo to Erika Cravalho-Meyers, KS strategy consultant and Mike Robinson, HPH vice president of government relations and community affairs, for spearheading this opportunity. Photo 1: KS interns, KS staff, HPH staff and panelists Photo 2: KS interns with panelists Photo 3: Dr. Aki with students during breakout session Photo 4: Panelists Photo 5: KS interns

Hawaii Pacific Health’s four medical centers - Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children, Pali Momi Medical Center and Straub Benioff Medical Center on Oahu, and Wilcox Medical Center on Kauai – participated in the Rim of the Pacific's (RIMPAC) statewide humanitarian assistance and disaster response exercise July 11. In this simulated emergency response exercise, our summer interns did an outstanding job taking on the roles of “patients” rescued by the military from the hurricane disaster zone. They were then transported from the field hospital at Ford Island and taken to an HPH facility with various types of injuries. These training drills give our staff the opportunity to put their disaster and emergency response skills to use, and serve as a great experience for our summer interns to get a behind-the-scenes look at this military exercise. RIMPAC is the the world’s largest international maritime exercise hosted by the Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, headquartered at Pearl Harbor. #healthierhawaii #hphohana #summerinterns #internship #learning #handson #interns