Valley Medical Center (VMC) is a 321-bed acute care hospital and clinic network committed to providing safe, quality, compassionate care for more than 63 years. The oldest and largest public district hospital in the State of Washington, VMC proudly serves over 600,000 residents in South King County. Dedicated to patient safety and improving the overall health of the community, VMC is a thriving medical center and the largest nonprofit healthcare provider between Seattle and Tacoma. Valley Medical Center is a component entity of UW Medicine, which includes Harborview Medical Center, Northwest Hospital & Medical Center, UW Medical Center, UW Neighborhood Clinics, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine and Airlift Northwest. Through Valley Medical Group, a network of primary care clinics serve as a medical home for care management, urgent care clinics provide a safety net of after-hours care and walk-in consult and treatment, and over a dozen specialty clinics provide convenient access throughout the district. Primary Care: Partners for Health & Wellness Valley Medical Center’s primary care providers serve as personal health advocates for our patients. Primary providers work with patients to monitor and improve health through all of life’s stages, and coordinate care with specialty physicians as needed. We are proud to offer 9 primary care clinics, including: ■■ Cascade Clinic ■■ Lake Sawyer Clinic ■■ Covington Clinic South ■■ Maple Valley Clinic ■■ Fairwood Clinic ■■ Newcastle Clinic ■■ Highlands Clinic ■■ Valley Family Medicine Clinic ■■ Kent Clinic Urgent Care: Immediate Medical Services VMC’s urgent care clinics eliminate the wait and expense of the ER for ailments that aren’t life-threatening. Patients enjoy the convenience of walk-in appointments and after-hours care for acute illness, minor injuries and other services in one our 5 urgent care locations: ■■ Covington Clinic South ■■ North Benson Clinic ■■ Maple Valley Clinic ■■ Renton Landing Clinic ■■ Newcastle Clinic Specialty Care: Extensive Network of Specialists VMC offers a comprehensive network of board-certified specialists to meet the healthcare needs of your entire family. From digital mammograms to sleep studies, and ophthalmology to neurology, we’ve got you covered. Specialty services include: Anticoagulation Clinic Endocrinology Breast Center & Bone Mineral Density Testing Foot & Ankle Care (Podiatry) Cancer Treatment & Support Gastroenterology Psychiatry & Counseling General, Specialty & Women’s Surgery Pulmonary, COPD & Asthma Heart & Vascular Services Rehabilitation & Therapies Infusion & Immunotherapy Rheumatology Childbirth, OB/GYN, Midwives, Maternal Fetal Medicine, Genetic Testing & Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Children’s Therapy Dermatology Diabetes Education & Nutrition Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists (ENT) Emergency Services & Level III Trauma Center Kidney (Nephrology) Orthopedic Services & Joint Replacement Pediatric Services Sleep Medicine (Adult and Pediatric) AWARD-WINNING CARE From a great work environment to exceptional patient care, we’re pleased to say Valley Medical Center earns high marks across the board. Lifestyle Medicine & Fitness Center Sports Medicine Neurology, Neurosurgery, Stroke & Spine Urology Joint Replacement, Orthopedic & Spine Surgery Excellence Vision (Ophthalmology) ■■ Joint Replacement Excellence Awards ■■ Orthopedic Surgery & Spine Surgery Excellence Awards ■■ Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services: Best Hospital for Joint Replacement ■■ Beckers Top 125 Hospitals & Health Systems with Great Orthopedic Programs Occupational Health Services Women’s Health Wound Care Healing Environment We offer a calm, comfortable environment for patients and visitors as well as employees and physicians. Amenities include: ■■ Spacious, private patient rooms ■■ Internet at the bedside ■■ On-demand room service ■■ Instant, wireless voice communication seamlessly links Outstanding, Evidenced-Based Care for Heart & Stroke ■■ “Gold Seal for Stroke” from the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations ■■ American Stroke Association’s Get With The GuidelinesSM Gold Plus Elite Honor Roll Achievement Award ■■ American Heart Association’s Get With The GuidelinesSM Gold Performance Award patients and staff ■■ Calming water features and healing gardens throughout property ■■ Abundant use of natural light and windows allows visitors to enjoy the sunlight and other natural elements surrounding Other Remarkable Achievements the facility ■■ Leader in LGBTQ Healthcare Equality ■■ Washington State Hospital Association: Partnership for Patients Achieving Best Care Award ■■ Commission on Cancer Accreditation with Commendation as Community Hospital Comprehensive Cancer Program ■■ American Heart Association Gold Fit Friendly Workplace Award Discover more at valleymed.org © 2015 VMC (Rev 7/15)