List of Current Projects in Need of Funding

• With a volume of almost 4,000 cardiac procedures annually, which includes over 400 cardiac surgeries a year, St. Joseph’s is among the top ten volume cardiac surgery programs in the state of California and ranks among the top programs in the nation.
• An essential component of cardiac surgery is a Heart Lung Machine which helps provide blood oxygenation and circulation to organs and the brain while the patient’s heart and lungs are temporarily stopped. 
• Our current Heart Lung machines will be upgraded by a purchase of a new, “Sorin S5 Heart/Lung Console and 3T Heater/Cooler”
• This state-of-the-art upgrade costs $200,000 and will be 100% funding by philanthropy.

• The Cancer Navigator is a free program to help anyone newly diagnosed or experiencing a recurrence with cancer to navigate through the tests, procedures, treatments, and support issues that follow a positive biopsy.
• The Cancer Navigator offers referrals and support with educational, practical, emotional, or logistical issues surrounding the diagnosis of cancer. 
• The program is funded primarily through community donations and serves over 400 people.

• Provides health care services for over 4,000 low-income, medically underserved and vulnerable populations in Stockton.
• Annually the CareVan hosts 20 bilingual clinics that specialize in episodic care while also offering preventative education like diabetes classes and resource sharing.
• The CareVan decreases unnecessary hospitalizations including Emergency Department visits and assist patients in finding “medical homes”.
• The annual cost of the CareVan is $600,000.

Behavioral Health

• St. Joseph’s behavioral health services include a free-standing, 35-bed inpatient facility, day treatment programs, and outpatient services.
• Our highly-trained staff provides compassionate care for patients with psychiatric and chemical dependency disorders in an atmosphere that fosters communication, trust, and personal growth.