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    There’s No Place Like Hoag

    At Hoag, we invest in cutting-edge research and technology to provide patients with compassionate and coordinated care that leads to better health outcomes and faster recovery. We ensure every patient receives our highest standard of care right here in Orange County.

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    Highest-Ranked Hospital in OC

    Hoag has earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report for the 9th consecutive year. Ranked #4 in the Los Angeles Metro Area and #9 in California.

    Magnet Recognized

    Hoag has received 4 Magnet® recognitions from the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s for excellence in nursing, the highest honor in the field.

    National Recognition

    Hoag was named a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery by Surgical Review Corporation and honored by the Women’s Choice Award® as one of America’s Best Hospitals for Heart Care and Obstetrics.

    Hoag’s commitment to quality and safety

    At Hoag, patient safety is at the core of everything we do. Whether you’re here for complex care or a routine visit, our focus is on delivering safe, high-quality care in an environment built on trust, communication and continuous improvement.
    Our commitment to safety
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    Caring for generations of families in Orange County

    Through diverse programs, Hoag’s Community Benefit Program leads our endeavors to promote health equity and reduce health disparities.
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    Health Living Team Serving the Community

    A culture of excellence

    Caring for All,
 Embracing Every Story

    At Hoag, we embrace every individual’s story, fostering a culture where our employees feel supported and empowered. By nurturing our team, we elevate the standard of compassionate care, treating every patient equally and ensuring the best possible experience for all.

    Culture at Hoag
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    History of Excellence

    Caring for You. Since 1952.

    We began in Orange County over 70 years ago, driven by a clear need for a hospital in this community. With a shortage of hospital beds, frequent accidents and injuries along Pacific Coast Highway, and the nearest hospital miles inland, accessible, high-quality care was essential.
    Hoag Building from 1952

    Hoag Family Foundation

    The vision for a hospital in Newport Beach took shape in 1944 when Rev. Raymond Brahams, seven Presbyterian church members, and a physician founded the Presbyterian Hospital of Laguna Beach. After securing a site on the Newport Beach bluffs, they renamed it the Presbyterian Hospital of Orange County but struggled with post-war construction costs. 

    In 1950, the Hoag Family Foundation, established by J.C. Penney partner George Hoag Sr. and his family, stepped in with funding to bring this vision to life. With strong community support, Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian opened on September 15, 1952, with 75 beds, 68 physicians, and 60 employees. Today, the George Hoag Family Foundation and the Association of Presbyterian Members continue to provide leadership, ensuring Hoag remains a beacon of excellence in Orange County healthcare. 

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