SVH Palliative Medicine and Supportive Care - Salinas Valley Health
Palliative Medicine • Salinas, CA • Since 1953
About
Summary: The page for Salinas Valley Health (SVH) describes SVH as a nonprofit, 263-bed acute care medical center in Salinas, California, with a mission to improve community health since 1953. It highlights a large workforce (over 2,400 staff) and Magnet Recognition for nursing excellence (2021), underscoring strengths in Cancer Care, Cardiac Care, Orthopedics, Obstetrics, and Stroke Center. SVH partners with larger institutions (e.g., Stanford) to extend care, operates an Emergency Department serving 6,300+ patients annually, and runs a Perinatal Diagnostic Center—the only one in the region. The organization is led by a diverse board and executives, and engages in community programs, including the Fresh Produce Prescription Program since 2014. Location and contact details list the main HQ at 450 E. Romie Lane, Salinas, CA 93901, with multiple offices in the United States.
Clinic Type
Palliative Medicine
Address
501 E Romie Lane, Suite A, Salinas, CA 93901
Phone
831-676-0210
jhernandezl@SalinasValleyHealth.com
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- HospitalStats.org (for the medical center): Average (overall patient rating) (Not explicitly quantified for this specific department)
Patients praise
- Nurses praised for clear communication and kindness during extended stays
- Doctors reported as effective communicators in general hospital surveys
- General appreciation for supplemental services like therapy dogs
Common complaints
- Long wait times in emergency settings
- Reports of being ignored by staff in waiting areas
- Communication challenges regarding patient health status
- Dissatisfaction with hospital administrative processes and accessibility
"Salinas Valley Health Medical Center receives mixed reviews, with many praising the exceptional care and kindness of the staff, particularly in emergency situations. ... However, there are also negative experiences mentioned, such as long wait times leading to frustration and misdiagnoses..."
— Wanderlog"Some patients praise: Nurses usually take time to communicate well... Negative Patient Ratings: Staff doesn't respond quickly when patients need help."
— HospitalStats.orgSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Salinas Valley Health Nurse Receives DAISY Award for Patient Care Advocacy — Feb 24, 2026
- Compassion in Action — Feb 6, 2026
- Making Patients Feel Like Family | Salinas Valley Health — Mar 20, 2026
- Salinas Valley Health Earns National Recognition from U.S. News & World Report — Jul 29, 2025
- DAISY Award for Patient Care and Leadership | Salinas Valley Health — Apr 22, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
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