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Your Trusted Healthcare Partner in the Bay Area
John Muir Health is a not-for-profit integrated healthcare system serving the San Francisco Bay Area. Founded with a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care, we operate two major medical centers in Concord and Walnut Creek, California, alongside a network of outpatient facilities and urgent care centers. Our services span neurosciences, orthopedics, cancer care, cardiovascular programs, and behavioral health, supported by a physician network of over 1,000 primary care and specialist physicians.Accredited by The Joint Commission, we prioritize advanced medical technology, community engagement, and compassionate care. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures patients receive personalized treatment plans, while our focus on innovation and research drives improved health outcomes. With recognition as a top regional healthcare provider, we remain dedicated to enhancing patient experiences and advancing medical excellence.
Services
Emergency Services
Cancer Care
Cardiovascular Services
Orthopedics
Behavioral Health
Neurosciences
Pediatrics
Primary Care
Urgent Care
Rehabilitation
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of experience in integrated healthcare delivery.
- Our hospitals are recognized by U.S. News & World Report for orthopedic excellence.
- We provide minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgical options.
- Our multidisciplinary teams design personalized cancer treatment plans.
- We maintain 24/7 emergency services with STEMI Receiving Center designation.
Associations and certifications
- The Joint Commission
- National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer (NAPRC)
- American College of Surgeons (ACoS)
What people say
Compassionate staff
Advanced technology
Timely emergency care
Specialized cancer programs
Minimally invasive surgeries
Services
Emergency Services
Our 24/7 emergency departments provide rapid care for critical conditions like heart attacks, strokes, and severe injuries. With STEMI Receiving Center designation, we prioritize life-threatening cases through advanced triage protocols. Patients benefit from immediate access to diagnostic imaging, specialized surgical teams, and seamless transfer to inpatient units when needed.
Cancer Care
We offer comprehensive cancer treatment including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and minimally invasive surgeries. Our multidisciplinary tumor boards create personalized care plans, while genetic counseling helps assess hereditary risks. Patients receive support through survivorship programs and access to clinical trials, ensuring holistic care from diagnosis to recovery.
Cardiovascular Services
Specializing in TAVR, MitraClip, and hybrid AF procedures, our award-winning program addresses complex heart conditions. Robotic-assisted angioplasty and left atrial appendage occlusion provide alternatives to open-heart surgery. Patients receive preventive care guidance and advanced diagnostics through non-invasive cardiology services.
Orthopedic Surgery
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report, our orthopedic program includes joint replacements, sports medicine, and spine surgery. Minimally invasive techniques reduce recovery times, while rehabilitation services restore mobility. We treat fractures, arthritis, and musculoskeletal injuries using state-of-the-art imaging and surgical technologies.
Behavioral Health
We provide inpatient and outpatient treatment for mental health and substance use disorders. Our partial hospitalization programs offer structured therapy for anxiety and depression. The 73-bed psychiatric hospital in Concord specializes in adult and adolescent care, focusing on holistic recovery and crisis stabilization.
People
Dr. Wilson Tsai
Co-Medical Director, Thoracic Surgical Program
A leading thoracic surgeon specializing in robotic-assisted procedures, Dr. Tsai focuses on minimally invasive techniques that reduce recovery times. He directs the Foregut Mentor Site program, advancing surgical education and patient outcomes.
Dr. Max B. Merkow
Neurosurgeon
Dr. Merkow specializes in minimally invasive brain and spine surgeries, including complex tumor removals. His expertise improves patient recovery times and outcomes, particularly in endoscopic and spinal procedures.
Shellie Campos
Nurse Practitioner
A certified genetics nurse and breast health specialist, Shellie provides high-risk cancer care and genetic counseling. She coordinates patient navigation programs to streamline cancer treatment access.
Questions
What healthcare services does John Muir Health offer?
We provide emergency care, cancer treatment, cardiovascular services, orthopedics, behavioral health, neurosciences, pediatrics, and primary care through hospitals and outpatient centers.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Use MyChart for online scheduling with your doctor, or contact our centralized scheduling at (925) 952-2887 for urgent care or specialist visits.
Does John Muir Health accept my insurance?
We accept most HMOs, PPOs, and Medicare. Verify coverage details through your insurance provider or our patient financial services team.
Are there 24/7 emergency services?
Yes, our Concord and Walnut Creek medical centers operate 24/7 emergency departments with STEMI Receiving Center designation for heart attack patients.
What makes your cancer program unique?
Our multidisciplinary tumor boards create personalized treatment plans, and we offer genetic counseling, clinical trials, and survivorship programs in a patient-centered environment.
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