Santa Clara Hospital

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center (SCVMC) is a leading public hospital located in San Jose, California, and serves as the flagship facility of the Santa Clara Valley Healthcare system. Established as a cornerstone of the county’s healthcare safety net, SCVMC provides high-quality, accessible care to all residents—regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. With 731 licensed beds, SCVMC is a tertiary-level acute care hospital offering specialized services such as adult and pediatric emergency care, trauma, burn treatment, neonatal intensive care, stroke care, and rehabilitation. It is home to the region’s only ACS-verified Burn Trauma Center and a CARF-accredited Rehabilitation Center, making it a critical provider for complex medical needs. SCVMC is also a teaching hospital, hosting five competitive residency programs and partnering with Stanford University Medical Center for advanced clinical training. It supports over 1,000 nursing students annually and offers hands-on ex...

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