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Our Mission

To empower our members with the knowledge, tools, and resources needed to excel in health care marketing, communications, public relations, business development, and technology—enhancing their expertise, value, and opportunities for both personal and professional growth.

At HCCSC, our diverse community connects, collaborates, and leads the way in transforming health care communications.

Membership Benefits


Events & Educational Webinars

  • Connect & Collaborate with health care communication professionals through members only "myHCCSC" a virtual forum
  • Exclusive Events: “Words of Wisdom” socials, professional webinars, and Finest Awards Luncheon.
  • Industry Insights: Learn from top Southern California experts on timely marketing and health care topics.
  • Member Discounts: Save on all networking and educational events.


Award Programs

  • Gain Recognition: Showcase your achievements alongside top local health care communication professionals.
  • Finest Awards: Submit entries in 40+ categories and be honored at our annual banquet.
  • Award Levels: Earn Gold, Silver, or Bronze in PR, digital marketing, writing, collateral, and special events.



AMN  Health Care Scholarship Award

Supporting Future Communicators:

HCCSC, with AMN Healthcare, awards scholarships to passionate high school and college students pursuing health care careers. Eligible students from San Diego, Orange County, and Los Angeles can apply for this opportunity, with winners honored at the annual Finest Awards.

Learn more and apply >

New SHSMD Partnership Benefits

HCCSC is proud to be an affiliated chapter of the Society for Health Care Strategy & Market Development (SHSMD), bringing exclusive benefits to our members:

  • Free SHSMD Webcasts: Access valuable educational tools year-round.
  • Conference Access at Discounted Membership Rates: Enjoy SHSMD membership pricing for their annual conference.
  • Stay Informed: Receive SHSMD email updates on upcoming events and opportunities.

Learn more about SHSMD at shsmd.org.


HCCSC members specialize in such disciplines as:

  • Advertising
  • Community relations
  • Government relations and public affairs
  • Internal communications
  • Investor relations
  • Market development
  • Marketing
  • Media relations
  • Product marketing
  • Public relations
  • Research
  • Strategic planning
  • Writing/editing

Our Diverse Health Care Community

HCCSC is proud to represent a vibrant and diverse network of professionals across Southern California’s health care, medical, and biotech industries. From consultants to executives, our members bring expertise from every corner of the health care communications and marketing landscape. Together, we foster collaboration, professional growth, and a deeper understanding of the vital role communicators and marketers play in shaping the future of health care.

Our community includes:

  • Hospitals and Health Systems: Innovators in patient care and community health.
  • Health Plans: Champions of member engagement and wellness.
  • Medical Groups: Bridging provider-patient relationships.
  • Long-Term Care and Skilled Nursing Facilities: Supporting essential care services.
  • Nonprofits: Advocates for health, disease research, and public awareness.
  • Life Sciences Organizations: Leaders in pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and biotech innovation.
  • Health IT Companies: Driving technology solutions to advance care delivery.
  • Agencies and Consultants: Experts in advertising, PR, and marketing strategy for the health care community.

Membership Levels and Rates

(Subscription period: 1 year)

Individual Member

$150

  • One individual member. Membership belongs to the individual and is kept regardless of employment.

Corporate Member

$300

  • Up to 5 members within same organization
  • Corporate membership allows access for each of the 5 members as an Individual member

Vendor Member

$200

  • Non-marketing/public relations/market research
  • Not eligible to run for board or vote for officers
  • all other benefits apply

Student Member

$50

  • Students must be currently enrolled full-time undergraduate or graduate
  • Students must be pursuing a career in health care public relations, marketing, advertising or market research
  • Proof of enrollment is required
  • Please contact us if this presents a financial hardship

Health Care Communicators of Southern California
5694 Mission Center Road, Ste 602-310, San Diego, CA 92108-4312

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