August 15, 2008
In order to meet increased community need and comply with strict new seismic safety standards Stanford Hospital & Clinics and Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital will undergo a massive reconstruction project scheduled to be completed by 2013.
The Bay Area is experiencing tremendous growth. Its population will grow by about 2 million people to 9 million total by 2035, according to the Association of Bay Area Governments. The new Hospitals will be able to meet this growth while providing state-of-the-art facilities for patients.
“State-mandated seismic safety laws, a critical shortage of beds, increasing patient needs, undersized facilities, and the need to adapt to changing technologies that will further new advances in medical care require Stanford and the community to work together to meet the healthcare needs of Palo Alto and the region.”
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July 23, 2008
Neonatalogy, heart & heart surgery ranked in nation’s Top 5; Cancer program in Top 10 Highest-ranked children’s hospital in Bay Area
For Release: May 30, 2008
PALO ALTO, Calif — Once again, Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital at Stanford has been ranked one of the nation’s best.
In its annual America’s Best Children’s Hospitals issue hitting newsstands June 2, the magazine places Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital among the nation’s best and tops in the Bay Area. Additionally, the hospital’s neonatology, heart and heart surgery specialties each ranked #5 in the U.S., with cancer ranking #10. Programs in digestive disorders, respiratory disorders, general pediatrics, neurology and neurosurgery were also noted for excellence with Top 20 rankings.
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July 23, 2008
From the Office of Martha Marsh, CEO
The annual U.S. News & World Report ranking of Best Hospitals was released today. For the eighth consecutive year, Stanford Hospital & Clinics is listed in the report’s Honor Roll of the best hospitals in the nation. SHC’s overall ranking of 16 is a reflection of the tremendous expertise and dedication of our physicians, nurses and staff. Congratulations to all for this recognition of your ongoing commitment to quality patient care and the standards of excellence we strive for together every day.
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