Lompoc Valley Medical Center

10/20/2026

Congratulations to LVMC Laboratory Clinical Clerical Aide Patricia Aragon on being named Employee of the Quarter at the hospital!
Patricia was recognized as being “the heart and soul of the lab.”
“Anything you need her to do, she’ll do without complaining,” said Laboratory Services Director Megan Ayala, CLS.
Patricia’s “knowledge, dedication and versatility make her an invaluable asset” to the lab’s daily operations, Megan noted.
In her role, Patricia handles all lab inventory, places orders and ensures procedures and policies are current and followed accurately.
“She is consistently available to support anyone in the lab and does so with a positive and professional attitude,” her nomination stated.
Patricia also has a role in the Pathology Department, using her skills to assist with documenting frozen sections performed by Pathologist Dr. Kali Freeman.
Patricia spent 25 years working in the banking industry and later worked at the American Automobile Association (AAA). A Lompoc native, she was born at the “old” hospital and is now in her third year at LVMC. She said after her initial retirement, she was looking for a change of pace.
“I like all the people,” she said of the lab. “We all work so well together. I like helping people, doing whatever I can do.”
Congratulations!

10/19/2026

Congratulations to North H Center Medical Assistant Cristina Roque on being named Employee of the Quarter for Lompoc Health.
Cristina, who works in Urgent Care, has been with Lompoc Health for four years. She was recognized for being a positive team player and for having a great attitude.
“She is respectful, professional, dependable and reliable in all aspects of her work,” said her nomination by Clinic Director Caressa Arellano. “She maintains a consistently positive attitude and is always willing to step in and help wherever needed, making her an invaluable member of the team.”
She was also commended for helping train new employees and students and approaching the responsibility with “patience, kindness and a genuine desire to see others succeed.”
Additionally, in her Medical Assistant role, Cristina provides exceptional patient care, “always ensuring that patients feel heard, respected and well cared for.”
Her nomination noted that Cristina’s willingness to go above and beyond ensures that patient needs are consistently met.
Her teamwork, professionalism, compassion and commitment to excellence made her deserving of the award, Caressa noted.
“I really love working here,” Cristina said. “Everywhere I go, everyone is so friendly.”
The Lompoc High School graduate said she enjoys helping the community, especially Spanish-speaking patients. Her parents never had a translator when seeking medical care, she said, and she was inspired to enter into the medical field to provide assistance to patients in the same situation.
She is now attending Allan Hancock College to earn her associate degree in nursing.

10/19/2026

Enjoy a rainbow of fruity flavors in this tasty trifle dessert! Bring kids to the kitchen to help with assembly.

Enjoy a rainbow of fruity flavors in this tasty trifle dessert! Bring kids to the kitchen to help with assembly.

10/16/2026

If you and your doctor decide that robotic-assisted surgery is right for you, read more about what you might expect:

Some patients may be eligible for surgery performed using the da Vinci XI Single Console Robotic System. The da Vinci enables our surgeons to use…

10/15/2026

Be sure to join our Lompoc Hospital District Foundation for this free and informative lecture next week on "Stop the Scammers." The lecture begins at 6 p.m. at the Dick DeWees Community and Senior Center on Oct. 21.

10/15/2026

In this undated photo from sometime in the 1980s, two residents of the Comprehensive Care Center get into the October holiday spirit.

10/14/2026

We’re proud to share another important recognition for quality care at Lompoc Valley Medical Center -- LVMC has been designated an Aetna Institute of Quality® bariatric facility, recognizing our commitment to high standards for quality, safety and patient outcomes.
Congratulations to Dr. Christopher Taglia and our entire bariatric team on this well-deserved achievement!

Written By: Nora Wallace - Marketing and Public Relations Manager

10/14/2026

We are delighted to see Lompoc Health’s Dr. Justin Chang recognized for the time and care he gives to our local student-athletes!
In addition to his work as an orthopedic surgeon with Lompoc Health – North H Center, Dr. Chang generously gives his time and expertise to support Lompoc High School athletics — another wonderful example of how our physicians care for the community both inside and outside the walls of our hospital and clinics.
We’re proud to have Dr. Chang on our team, and grateful to all of the first responders and community partners being honored at First Responders Night. Thank you for all you do for Lompoc!

10/13/2026

We’re grateful to Miguel Martinez Photographyl for sharing his talent with us and for helping document the inaugural Shift Change car show -- a special day for the Lompoc Hospital District Foundation and our community.
Enjoy this collection of photos and thank you again, Miguel, for giving us such wonderful images to remember the day!

10/13/2026

Our Ocean’s Seven Café is open to the public for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Stop by and see what’s cooking this week. Our café offers daily specials, along with a variety of other options.
The café is open for breakfast from 7 to 9:30 a.m. It is open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Dinner service is 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. The café may be closed periodically for other uses.
We also have tasty grill options, with the grill open weekdays for breakfast and lunch. The grill will be open Saturday for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. The grill is closed Sundays.
Here’s this week’s menu!