Valleywise Health

From WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia

MaricopaMedicalCenter.140417
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 | edit source]

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 | edit source]

Valleywise Health offers a wide range of medical services, including:

Teaching and Research[edit | edit source]

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 | edit source]

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 | edit source]

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 | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

External links[edit | edit source]


WikiMD
Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index‏‎ - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes

Search WikiMD

Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD

WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia

Let Food Be Thy Medicine
Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates

Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD