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Membership

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 04:20:37 GMT

Formed in 1977, Health Care Communicators of San Diego (HCC) was created to encourage the development of professionals in health care marketing, public relations, advertising and market research and planning, as well as to students in these fields of study. Our members represent a broad cross section of San Diego area professionals including hospitals and community clinics, health plans, medical device and pharmaceutical firms, advertising and public relations agencies, health care associations, freelance writers and graphic designers, video production firms and Web site developers.

From our informational luncheon meetings to our annual Finest Awards celebration, HCC gives members a variety of opportunities to network with their peers, share common interests, foster new professional relationships and learn about the latest trends and developments in health care communications.

Dues

Individual: $100 (Membership belongs to the individual and is kept regardless of employment)

Corporate: $100 (Membership belongs to the organization/position and can be transferred to another individual if employment status changes.)

Additional Corporate Memberships: $85 (For additional persons from the same organization. One full-price corporate membership must be purchased or currently active.)

Student: $25 (Currently enrolled full-time undergraduate or graduate students pursuing a career in health care public relations, marketing, advertising or market research. Proof of enrollment is required.)

Vendor/Sponsor: $150 (HCC allows a restricted membership for individuals and companies interested in networking with our members who are not involved in the practice of public relations, marketing or market research. Vendor/Sponsor members are not eligible to run for the board or vote for officers. All other benefits apply.)

Download a membership application and join today!

Find out more about joining HCC:

Member Application
Getting Involved
Member Resources

For membership questions, contact Membership Chair Feigue Rosenfeld, at olga.hays@yahoo.com

2009 HCC San Diego Finest Awards Winners

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 18:07:07 GMT

2009 Health Care Communicators of San Diego Finest Awards, Glitz & Glory: HCC Goes Hollywood View the list of winning entrees Duplicate Award Requests - Download Order Form The Dana Hotel on Mission Bay 1710 West Mission Bay Drive San Diego CA 92109 USA Presented by AMN Healthcare On April 15, 2010, Health Care Communicators presented its biggest, most paramount event of the year -- Finest Awards: Glitz & Glory: HCC Goes Hollywood. HCC San Diego and event attendees honored exceptional work produced in the field of health care communications. The categories included advertising campaigns, public relations campaigns, writing, publications/collateral/design, research, audio/visual programs, special events, online communication and off the wall marketing. 2009 Best In Show Award Winner: Ana's Story, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 2009 HCC Communicator of the Year (COTY) Award Winner: Carol Burke Carol Burke, senior director of marketing and communications at...

The 2009 COTY Award Winner: Carol Burke

Sat, 17 Apr 2010 01:12:10 GMT

It was a night of Hollywood Glitz and Glamour at the 17th Annual Health Care Communicators (HCC) of San Diego Finest Awards, which took place on April 15, 2010 at The Dana Hotel on Mission Bay. The spotlight was on the night’s top honoree, Carol Burke, who received the 2009 Communicator of the Year (COTY) award. The COTY award is HCC’s most prestigious honor, given each year to recognize outstanding leadership, innovation, accomplishment and community service in effectively communicating health care issues. Carol Burke has more than 20 years of marketing and communications leadership experience, most recently as senior director of marketing and communications with AMN Healthcare, the largest temporary health care staffing company in the United States. Throughout her career, she has displayed a dedication and commitment to the field of communications—with a specific focus on health care. Carol has been with AMN HealthCare for nine years, and pivotal in managing the...

The COTY Award

Sat, 17 Apr 2010 01:11:23 GMT

Jean Hitchcock Receives 2008 Communicator of the Year Honor by Health Care Communicators of San Diego San Diego, Calif – March 12, 2009 – The 16th Annual Health Care Communicators (HCC) of San Diego Finest Awards took place on March 12th at The Dana Hotel on Mission Bay, situated on a peaceful, idyllic waterfront. The evening’s top honoree, Jean Hitchcock, was acknowledged by colleagues who offered endless waves of kudos, applause and ovations as she received the 2008 Communicator of the Year (COTY) award. The COTY award is the highest honor given each year to recognize outstanding leadership, innovation, accomplishment and community service in effectively communicating health care issues. Hitchcock, who serves as Corporate Vice President of Marketing & Communications for Scripps Health, has continued to demonstrate dynamic leadership since joining Scripps five years ago. Described as someone who “drives change with a delicate infusion of sophistication,...

Message from the President

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 23:51:33 GMT

Welcome to Health Care Communicators of San Diego and Imperial Counties -- the local chapter for the Society for Healthcare Strategy and Market Development of the American Hospital Association (SHSMD). Our 140-plus members represent a wide range of health strategy disciplines including marketing, planning, communications, public relations, business development, physician relations, and government relations. We offer our members a vast range of professional development and recognition opportunities – and with each year, our programming gets stronger and more robust. HCC offers the biggest network for healthcare strategy professionals in San Diego – with networking and professional development events held all year long. HCC’s expanded professional development offerings include a wide array of programs bringing some of the country’s foremost professional speakers to discuss topics that affect our industry today. We engage our members in friendly...

7th Annual HCC/AMN Scholarship Essay Contest

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 07:18:57 GMT

Dear Student, As the only local organization of its kind representing the health care, biotech and medical device industries through advertising, marketing, graphic design and public relations, Health Care Communicators (HCC) of San Diego is proud to annually recognize success in the field of communications at the Finest Awards - the highlight of which is presenting one student with a scholarship for their passion for health care. In conjunction with AMN Healthcare, the title sponsor of this year's Finest Awards, HCC is pleased to invite you to participate in the 7th Annual HCC/AMN Scholarship Essay Contest. High school seniors and college students currently enrolled in a San Diego County school who plan to enter the field of health care upon graduation are invited to enter the contest for the opportunity to win a $1,500 scholarship, courtesy of AMN Healthcare. The winner will also be recognized in front of many of health care industry's leading communications professionals...

2008 Finest Awards

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 07:28:24 GMT

Heath Care Communicators of San Diego’s 2008 Finest Awards Presented by AMN Healthcare Congratulations to the 2008 Finest Awards winners! The winners for the 2008 HCC Finest Awards: Making Waves in Health Care Communications were announced on March 12 at the awards dinner. The evening of surprise and celebration took place at the beautiful Dana Hotel on Mission Bay, where 150 guests gathered. An esteemed panel of 15 judges from Health Care Public Relations and Marketing Association (HPRMA) of Orange County had over 160 submissions to pick from. Up to three awards were given in 9 categories. The categories included advertising campaigns, public relations campaigns, writing, publications/collateral/design, research, audio/visual programs, special events, online communication and off the wall (for projects that don't fall into any of the above categories). Two special awards were also given this year. The recipient of the Best In Show award was Lisa Pautler from AMN...

Membership Resources

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 19:09:09 GMT

Check out these useful organizations and resources for HCC members:

American Marketing Association, San Diego
www.sdama.org

International Association of Business Communicators, San Diego Chapter

http://sandiego.iabc.com/

Public Relations Society, San Diego
www.prsasandiego.org

San Diego Organization of Healthcare Leaders
www.sohl.info/Home.htm

Society for Healthcare Strategy and Market Development
(of the American Hospital Association)
www.shsmd.org

Getting Involved

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 02:33:08 GMT

Health Care Communicators (HCC) of San Diego encourages its members to attend meetings and to join one of the various committees throughout the year or to plan on joining the organization's board. Board positions are nominated in the fall, with voting and appointments taking place each February. To inquire about a board position, contact HCC President Laura Gilbert. Eligibility: Anyone involved in the practice of public relations (media, government, and community relations), marketing, advertising or market research in the health care, biotech, pharmaceutical and medical device industries in San Diego and Imperial counties, Southwest Riverside County (Temecula area) or Baja California, Mexico, is eligible to be an active member of HCC. Membership terms begin on the date dues are paid and expires exactly one year later. Unlike other professional associations, you may join at any time during the year and your renewal is due 12 months later. Committees As mentioned above, several...

Images of the Finest Awards 2008

Sat, 21 Mar 2009 22:47:09 GMT

Enjoy some pictures taken at the 2008 Finest Awards:Making Waves in Health Care Communications!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 14:29:00 GMT

What are the benefits of membership in HCC? From our monthly luncheon meetings to our annual Finest Awards celebration, HCC gives members a variety of opportunities to network with their peers, share common interests, foster new professional relationships and learn about the latest trends and developments in health care communications. Membership benefits: The ability to serve and vote on the board of directors. To serve on or chair one of our committees. Subscription to our monthly e-newsletter. Discounts on admission to all HCC events. Discount pricing on Finest Award entries and dinner tickets. Special offers from our sponsors. Access to our membership database. Notification of special HCC members-only events during the year. Affiliation with the American Hospital Association's Society for Healthcare Strategy and Market Development (SHMD). (Additional membership dues for full SHSMD membership.) back to top What does it cost to be a member of...

Bylaws

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 15:51:03 GMT

BYLAWS OF HEALTH CARE COMMUNICATORS OF SAN DIEGO, INC. A California Nonprofit Mutual Benefit Corporation The name of this corporation is HEALTH CARE COMMUNICATORS OF SAN DIEGO, INC. 1. Offices 1.1 Principal Office. The principal office for the transaction of the activities and affairs of this corporation is located at P.O. Box 936 (3830 Valley Center Drive), San Diego, CA92130. The board of directors may change the location of the principal office. Any such change of location must be noted by the secretary on these bylaws opposite this Section; alternatively, this Section may be amended to state the new location. The board may at any time establish branch or subordinate offices at any place or places where this corporation is qualified to conduct its activities. 2. Purpose and Organization 2.1 General and Specific Purposes. This corporation is a nonprofit MUTUAL BENEFIT CORPORATION organized under the Nonprofit Mutual Benefit Corporation Law and is not...

Sponsorship

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 14:39:58 GMT

Health Care Communicators of San Diego would like to especially thank the sponsors of the 2007 Finest Awards Win, Place and Show Off! Without their generous support, this event would not be possible. Special thanks to: AMN Healthcare, Scripps Health, Sharp Healthcare, Lasting Impression, Palomar Pomerado Health, Anderson Direct Marketing, MediaWorks Resource Group, San Diego Hospice and Palliative Care, and BioCom. We applaud you! Sponsorship of one or more Healthcare Communicators programs provides an affordable and highly targeted way to continuously market your company's products or services to San Diego's top health care marketing and communications professionals. The Healthcare Communicators of San Diego organization depends on your generous support to maintain a high level of educational and networking opportunities for our members. Download additional sponsorship information here.

membership

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 00:15:25 GMT

For more information:

Stacy Kadrich, Membership Chair

stacy.kadrich@sharp.com

For meeting information:
HCC Hotline

(760) 736-1656

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 20:49:48 GMT

Thank you for applying for Membership for Health Care Communicators of San Diego County.

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Wed, 30 Jul 2008 20:49:05 GMT

As a member of HCC you'll hear about interesting luncheon topics in the coming months, begin receiving our informative e-newsletter and make valuable professional contacts each time you attend an HCC event.

Welcome

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 06:44:47 GMT

Welcome to Health Care Communicators of San Diego County. We look forward to seeing you at our next event:

WRITE YOURSELF A PRESCRIPTION FOR SUCCESS IN DIRECT MAIL!

Learn the ins-and-outs of direct mail and the latest updates on variable image printing.

HCC has partnered with Anderson Direct Marketing, for an informational luncheon and facility tour. Here’s your chance to gain an insider’s view of the direct mail industry, process and strategy.

Wednesday, February 27, 2008

11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Anderson Direct Marketing

12650 Danielson Court, Poway, CA 92064

Learn from the expert! Cathy Vlad, Vice President of Sales, Anderson Direct Marketing (add photo here)

Vlad is an innovative leader whose 25 years of experience are complemented by a passion for the business. She been recognized in the industry for her ability to think outside the box, by methodically identifying and presenting complex and creative solutions.

Over lunch Vlad will share her insights on:

Variable Data Printing: How to reach segmented audiences through one-to-one, one-to-many, and one-to-all messaging

Direct marketing best practices: Overview of the most successful and cost-effective direct mail formats in a wide range of applications

Postal updates and requirements: Information on non-profit rates, and managing your cost of mailing within and outside the San Diego area

Due to the unique nature of this event seating is limited. Click here to register now!

There is no charge to attend this event.

A special thank you to Anderson Direct Marketing for their support of our mission to provide informational seminars and education among the health care communications industry. Due to their generosity we are able to offer this event free of charge!