Preeti Mehta, MD
RCB Board Member
Current Role and Workplace
Dr. Preeti Mehta is a clinical hospitalist with Ximed Hospitalist Inc. at Scripps Memorial Hospital, La Jolla. She also serves as Chair of Medicine at Scripps Memorial Hospital, La Jolla, and as President of the San Diego County Medical Society. In these roles, she is dedicated to providing high-quality patient care, advancing the practice of medicine, and supporting the physician community.
Why did she choose to serve on the Board?
Dr. Mehta chose to serve on the Board to be a strong advocate for patients and for the respiratory care practitioners who provide essential care every day.
Most rewarding part of her experience serving on the Board
She finds it deeply rewarding to fulfill her civic duty and give back to society through public service. The opportunity to speak on behalf of patients and respiratory care practitioners in an unbiased forum has been especially meaningful.
How has being on the Board impacted her personally and professionally?
Personally, Dr. Mehta has become more empathetic after hearing the stories and challenges of respiratory care practitioners who dedicate themselves to their work despite personal struggles. Professionally, she has gained a deeper understanding of respiratory care, the credentials practitioners hold, and the breadth of their expertise. This knowledge has strengthened her clinical practice, where she now actively collaborates with respiratory care professionals in patient care decisions.
What she hopes to achieve during her time on the Board
Dr. Mehta hopes to continue supporting the scope of practice for respiratory care practitioners, ensuring it is grounded in their education and experience. She also strives to review disciplinary cases thoughtfully, on an individual basis, with the goal of supporting practitioners while prioritizing patient safety.
Message to California’s respiratory care community and the public
She emphasizes that the State of California is committed to protecting the respiratory care profession and ensuring the health and safety of patients every day.
Most rewarding aspect of being on the Board
For Dr. Mehta, it is rewarding to know that her perspective as a physician is valued and that her contributions help protect patients and strengthen the profession of respiratory care.
Fun Fact
Dr. Mehta loves being a mom to her two very independent daughters, who share her love for music and fitness. Outside of family life, she is an avid pickleball player and yogi, and she loves taking long walks on the beach with her puppy, Bean.
Stay tuned for more stories from the dedicated members of the Respiratory Care Board.