Canopy Health, an innovative physician- and hospital-owned medical alliance, is expanding its network to include Dignity Health Medical Network — Sequoia and Sequoia Hospital, pending regulatory approval.
“Forging partnerships to increase access to quality care is a key component of our mission,” said Todd Strumwasser, MD, senior vice president of operations for Dignity Health Bay Area. “On the Peninsula, the quality of care provided by Sequoia Hospital and Dignity Heath Medical Network — Sequoia is unparalleled.”
“Canopy Health is proud of its expanding alliance of top-rated hospitals and physicians,” said Canopy Health CEO Joel Criste in a statement. “... Expanding [our] relationship with Dignity Health in San Mateo creates access for patients circling the Bay, giving our members even greater access to trusted hospitals and specialists. We believe this expansion will help our members’ wellness and facilitate improved health outcomes.”
These additions will require the approval of the Department of Managed Health Care.
About Dignity Health Medical Network - Sequoia
Dignity Health Medical Network – Sequoia (formerly Sequoia Physicians Network) is a network of 200 quality primary care physicians and top specialists in San Mateo County. As part of Dignity Health Medical Foundation’s managed care contracting network for independent physician associations in California, it partners with providers, hospitals, and health care delivery systems to create networks that deliver value for the communities they serve. Learn more about Dignity Health Medical Network.
About Dignity Health Sequoia Hospital
Dignity Health Sequoia Hospital is an accredited, not-for-profit community hospital providing innovative and exceptional health care for generations of Bay Area residents. Sequoia’s Heart and Vascular Institute is a nationally known pioneer in advanced cardiac care, affiliated with the Cleveland Clinic Heart and Vascular Institute. Sequoia has received national recognition from Healthgrades for superior patient safety and was named as one of America’s top 100 hospitals for cardiac care. Our Total Joint Replacement program is a designated Blue Distinction Center for Knee and Hip Replacement, and our Birth Center is consistently ranked as a favorite among Peninsula families. We are also known for our comprehensive emergency care and leading-edge tomosynthesis 3-D mammogram technology. Our state-of-the-art Pavilion combines the most advanced medical and surgical services with a unique healing environment, including private, spacious rooms and inviting garden areas.
