UC San Diego Health

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. At night, when UC San Diego Health clinic closed its doors, a strange sound would occasionally echo through the empty corridors. A soft humming, like someone whistling an old tune, seemed to come from one of the examination rooms. Curious nurses and doctors began investigating, but each time they entered the room, everything was quiet. Finally, one night a delivery driver heard the humming too. When he peeked inside, he saw only an old radio playing softly on the desk—its volume set just right for the perfect bedtime lullaby.

2. In the early morning hours, before anyone else arrived, a mysterious voice would occasionally come over UC San Diego Health’s intercom. ‘Remember to wash your hands,’ it would say, in a tone that seemed both stern and slightly amused. One night, an exhausted delivery driver dozed off while waiting for the elevator. Suddenly, the intercom crackled with the familiar voice: 'Remember to stay awake!' The driver jumped, nearly dropping his package, but then chuckled. From that day on, he always brought donuts for the night staff.

3. In the late afternoon, when UC San Diego Health clinic was emptying out for the day, a curious little dog began appearing near the entrance. Each time a delivery driver left, the tiny pug would dash over and sniff curiously at the boxes, as if searching for something hidden within. One day, a delivery driver noticed the little pug’s antics and decided to tease it with a piece of cheese from his lunchbox. The dog snatched it up in an instant, wagging its tail happily. From then on, every afternoon, people waiting for deliveries would bring treats for the friendly canine visitor—making UC San Diego Health’s clinic area a cozy spot where humans and a small pug shared snacks and smiles.

4. In the late afternoon, when UC San Diego Health clinic was emptying out for the day, a curious note appeared on the reception desk. It read: 'Your next patient is waiting outside.' A delivery driver approached the door, holding a large box labeled ‘Medicinal Herbs.’ The nurse laughed and said, ‘We don’t prescribe plants here!’ To which he replied, ‘Just thought I’d help you out—your next patient is a botanist.’