Once again, this year Irvine ranks among the healthiest U.S. cities, according to separate studies by the Anthem Foundation, WalletHub and Niche.
All three found that convenient access to Irvine’s parks, bike trails and quality health care help make its residents fitter and happier.
And Irvine is not resting on its laurels.
Coming soon are nearly $4 billion in new health care facilities that will deliver world-class treatments and thousands of new, quality jobs.
“This elevates the city’s health care into a league with preeminent destinations like Boston and San Francisco,” says Jeffrey Ball, president and CEO of Orange County Business Council. “That’s virtually unheard of for a city the size of Irvine.”
Research by the American Hospital Association shows that every hospital job supports two additional jobs, and every dollar spent by a hospital supports roughly $2.30 of additional business activity.
That bodes well for the city – in terms of health and economics. Here’s a look at these significant investments in Irvine’s future.
Hoag Hospital
• Doubling size of hospital
• Three new medical institutes
• $1 billion investment
The news: Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian is building new physician-led specialized institutes that will expand its model of world-class health care delivery. As the highest ranked hospital in Orange County by U.S. News & World Report, the Irvine campus will continue to grow Hoag’s reach and become a prominent comprehensive center for advanced medical treatment, research and innovation.
Unique feature: New institutes for women’s health, cancer care and digestive health will feature atriums and gardens for patients to enjoy the restorative powers of nature.
Quotable: “Hoag is elevating health care and wellness in Orange County by transforming our delivery of care to an integrated, specialized services-based model.” – Hoag President and CEO Robert T. Braithwaite
By: Irvine Standard
