Santa Clarita Valley resident Stephen De Vita, MD, has been named Area Medical Director and Chief of Staff for the Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center Area, which includes the SCV and the East San Fernando Valley. In his new role, De Vita will lead one of the largest local physician groups, with almost 500 physicians serving nearly a quarter-million members. “Through our integrated health system, the Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center continues to provide high-quality, patient-centered care to advance the health outcomes of our members, patients, and the communities we serve,” De Vita notes. “The social mission of Kaiser Permanente – to ensure health and wellness is accessible for everyone – inspires and motivates me daily.”