San Diego North Chamber of Commerce

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Through Stronger Commerce

(858) 487-1767

Health Committee

Message from the Committee Chair

"Healthcare is something that impacts everyone. Since the healthcare industry is currently in an era of constant change, it is imperative that you be educated and informed of these issues as they continue to evolve. I want to encourage you to join our Health Committee as we proactively prepare Chamber members for the implementation of healthcare reform, and help them to build their employee wellness initiatives. We meet on the fourth Tuesday of every month from 8:00 - 9:30am at National University in Rancho Bernardo. I hope to see you there!"
- Zach Schlagel, Committee Chair

The Health Committee meets the fourth Tuesday of each month from 8:00 - 9:30 AM at National University in Rancho Bernardo. (map)
(all scheduled committee meetings)

About the Committee


The San Diego North Chamber of Commerce strives to deliver up-to-date, health related information to enhance the quality of life of Chamber members and the business community at large. The Health Committee serves as the Chamber's front line to educate San Diego North businesses about health care issues specific to the region that impact bottom lines and workforce productivity.

The Health Committee has three key initiatives. The first is to develop and maintain a Workplace Wellness Site, dedicated to sharing low-cost and no-cost ideas that employers can use to boost the health of their employees. The committee also examines pertinent health legislation and relays its impact to the business community. Finally, the committee hosts events designed to raise awareness of the importance of health in the workplace. In these workshops, businessmen and women can hear directly from hospital executives, industry experts, and wellness professionals.

If you are interested in joining the Chamber Health Committee, call 858.487.1767.

San Diego North WORKplace WELLness Program and Tips:
Visit our WORKplace WELLness site to learn easy ways YOUR company can encourage health and wellness. 

Health Committee Members

Zachary Schlagel (Committee Chair)
UC San Diego Health Sciences

Alice Vestergaard, Ed.D (Vice-Chair)
Ashford University

Anita Fraley
Palomar Pomerado Health Foundation

Aviva Hulbert
Ashford University

Chris Thoman
California Bank and Trust

Diana Bishop
Kaiser Permanente

Heather Gipson
SuperAgent

Holly Newman
SuperAgent

Jennifer Marsh
The Elizabeth Hosipice

Jill Monroe
County Administration Center

Jill Simpson
Take Shape for Life

Kamala Johnson
Visiting Angels of North County Senior Living Assistance Services

Karen Keyser
HomeBenefitIQ San Diego

Lauren Reynolds
At Home Care Solutions

Laurie Edwards-Tate, M.S.
At Your Home Familycare

Lisa Ohmstead
Scripps Health

Lori Wilson
Wilson Insurance Services

Lynn George


Melissa DelaCalzada
San Diego Hospice and The Institute for Palliative Medicine

Mike Sullivan
Visiting Angels of North County Senior Living Assistance Services

Pat De Leon
OdysseyHospice

Stephen Chin
Sharp Health Plan

Tyler Wagner
CHIP (Community Health Improvement Partners) - ICANATWORK

Wanda Koreski
Children's Physicians Medical Group