Chief Healthcare Executive January 10, 2025
The wildfires have destroyed or damaged thousands of properties in the region. Some clinics have closed in evacuation zones, and one clinic was destroyed.
The devastating wildfires in the Los Angeles area have affected hospitals and health systems in southern California.
While hospitals and most clinics continue to serve patients, some clinics had to temporarily close due to the massive fires. Some non-emergency surgeries and appointments are also being postponed. Health systems are also expanding virtual appointments to offer services to patients.
The Cedars-Sinai medical campus remains open, but it is close to some of the wildfires. Cedars-Sinai postponed non-urgent surgeries Thursday and Friday.
“In doing so, we are looking out for our patients in greatest need as we confront...