Alameda Health System

About

Alameda Health System (AHS) is the East Bay's leading provider of patient and family-centered care, renowned for its exceptional trauma center and teaching hospital. These facilities are among the nation's best, reflecting AHS's dedication to enhancing health outcomes through personalized care. The mission—Caring, Healing, Teaching, Serving All—captures AHS's vital role in the community, emphasizing wellness, health equity, and the optimization of health for East Bay’s diverse population.

AHS's comprehensive network includes the Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus, a regional trauma center and teaching hospital that serves as a hub for advanced medical training and emergency care. This ensures healthcare professionals are well-prepared to meet community needs. John George Psychiatric Hospital provides acute and emergency psychiatric care with compassion and expertise, addressing urgent mental health needs. Fairmont Hospital enhances the system's offerings as an acute rehabilitation hospital and skilled nursing facility, specializing in recovery from serious illnesses or injuries.

The community's trust in AHS is further solidified by its operation of San Leandro Hospital and Alameda Hospital, both integral to the local healthcare landscape for many years. To increase accessibility, AHS runs four neighborhood-based Wellness Centers in Oakland, Newark, and Hayward. These centers offer convenient access to preventive and primary care services, promoting healthier lifestyles and proactive health management.

Through its diverse facilities and comprehensive services, Alameda Health System embodies a holistic approach to healthcare. By integrating trauma and acute care, rehabilitation, psychiatric services, and community wellness initiatives, AHS addresses every aspect of patient care. Prioritizing patient and family-centered care not only meets immediate health needs but also contributes to long-term health improvements and the overall well-being of the East Bay population.