Valleywise Health
| Location | Phoenix, Arizona |
| Address | |
| Region | Maricopa County, Arizona |
| State | Arizona |
| Country | United States |
| Coordinates | |
| Funding | Government |
| Website | [ Official website] |
Valleywise Health is a comprehensive public healthcare system located in Phoenix, Arizona. It serves the residents of Maricopa County, Arizona and is known for its commitment to providing high-quality medical care to all individuals, regardless of their ability to pay. Valleywise Health operates a network of hospitals, primary care centers, and specialty clinics.
History[edit]
Valleywise Health was established in 1877 as the Maricopa County Hospital. Over the years, it has evolved to meet the growing healthcare needs of the community. In 2019, the system was rebranded as Valleywise Health to better reflect its mission and services.
Services[edit]
Valleywise Health offers a wide range of medical services, including:
- Emergency medicine
- Trauma care
- Burn care
- Behavioral health
- Primary care
- Pediatrics
- Obstetrics and gynecology
- Surgery
- Cardiology
- Neurology
- Oncology
Teaching and Research[edit]
Valleywise Health is a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix. It provides training for medical students, residents, and fellows in various specialties. The hospital is also involved in numerous research projects aimed at advancing medical knowledge and improving patient care.
Facilities[edit]
The main hospital, Valleywise Health Medical Center, is located in Phoenix and includes a Level I Trauma Center and a renowned Burn Center. The system also operates several community health centers and specialty clinics throughout Maricopa County.
Community Impact[edit]
Valleywise Health plays a crucial role in the community by providing accessible healthcare services to underserved populations. It also engages in various community outreach programs to promote health education and preventive care.
Related Pages[edit]
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Maricopa County, Arizona
- University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix
- Emergency medicine
- Trauma care
- Burn care
- Behavioral health
- Primary care
- Pediatrics
- Obstetrics and gynecology
- Surgery
- Cardiology
- Neurology
- Oncology
References[edit]
External links[edit]
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Content may be inaccurate or outdated and should not be used for diagnosis or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider for medical decisions. Verify information with trusted sources such as CDC.gov and NIH.gov. By using this site, you agree that WikiMD is not liable for any outcomes related to its content. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates, categories Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian