Alvarado Hospital Medical Center

Alvarado Hospital Medical Center is a 302-bed acute care facility located in San Diego, California, that offers a wide range of medical and surgical services. The hospital is particularly recognized for its programs in orthopedics, spine surgery, and behavioral health services. In December 2023, the institution was acquired by UC San Diego Health from Prime Healthcare for approximately $200 million. Following the acquisition, it was rebranded as UC San Diego Health Medical Center - College Area, integrating it into the region's only academic health system. The facility continues to provide critical emergency and specialized care to the eastern San Diego community. This acquisition allows for expanded access to advanced clinical trials and specialized academic medicine for patients in the College Area and surrounding neighborhoods.