Grateful Patient: Monisha Repulse
Monisha grew up in a tough Los Angeles neighborhood and became a teen mom at just 14 years old. But against all odds, she went on to become valedictorian of her high school class and get her associate's degree. Monisha was working multiple jobs and saving money for her future, when she was shot.
Monisha was brought to California Hospital's Leavey Trauma Center and J. Thomas McCarthy Emergency Center, where physicians saved her life by placing her in a medically induced coma for six weeks so that they could perform multiple operations. Our trauma team had everything that Monisha needed — not just to survive, but to thrive.
About California Hospital Medical Center Foundation
California Hospital Medical Center Foundation was founded in 1985 to raise philanthropic support for building projects, equipment, patient care services and community outreach for Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center. The generosity and vision of our donors generate the resources to provide the highest quality medical care to all in need, regardless of their ability to pay. The foundation has dedicated staff and is governed by a Board of Directors that oversees a comprehensive fund development program incorporating special events, private foundation and corporate grants, individual giving and government support— raising more than $25 million per year. Learn more at SupportCaliforniaHospital.org.
About Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center
Founded in 1887, Dignity Health California Hospital Medical Center is a 318-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in downtown Los Angeles. The hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II trauma center, the Los Angeles Center for Women’s Health, obstetrics and pediatric services, and comprehensive cardiac and surgical services. The hospital shares a legacy of humankindness with Dignity Health and is part of CommonSpirit Health, one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. Visit dignityhealth.org/californiahospital for more information.