Adventist Health Howard Memorial and Adventist Health Ukiah Valley were named to the inaugural Forbes Top Hospitals 2026 list. Approximately 5,400 general acute care hospitals were eligible for consideration. Forbes determined the top hospitals with validated and vetted data extracted from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog (PDC). From this dataset, measurement experts identified healthcare quality measures that assess patient outcomes, hospital best practices, value, and patient experience. Central to this methodology is its emphasis on clinical patient outcomes (such as rates of mortality, survival, infection, and readmissions). The ratings were calculated, and 253 hospitals, including Adventist Health Howard Memorial and Adventist Health Ukiah Valley, received an overall rating of 5 stars.
Adventist Health recognizes the importance of nurse graduates to the future of healthcare! Our nurse residency program is a structured orientation and professional development program designed to ease your transition from new graduate to professional nurse. Supported by clinical experts, engaged preceptors, and supportive leaders, the program promotes safe practice, knowledge development, and self-confidence by bridging the gap from novice nurse to competent team member. Welcome to the new RN residents at Adventist Health Ukiah Valley and Adventist Health Howard Memorial. View our RN residency opportunities at https://ahlink.org/3UHkeAu
Welcome to our new North Coast Network president, Parker Pridgen! Parker most recently served as CEO for AdventHealth Apopka. He earned his master’s degree in business administration from the University of Oregon and a bachelor’s degree in accounting with an emphasis in finance from Walla Walla University. Parker worked for Adventist Health from 2010 to 2013 and met his wife, Kimberly, while working at Adventist Health Simi Valley. Together, they have three children. In their spare time, the family enjoys climbing, cycling, and days on the coast. “My wife and I are truly excited to join the North Coast Network family," says Parker. "We feel blessed to be joining an organization deeply committed to living God’s love through faith-driven service. I’m eager to settle in, get acquainted, and help our teams build momentum toward organizational goals.”
Juneteenth, June 19, is recognized as the anniversary of the true end of slavery across the United States. On this day in 1865, more than two years after President Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation, the news finally reached Texas. This was the final U.S. state to abolish slavery. Juneteenth is a time to celebrate this monumental event in history.
This Pride Month, we continue to care for our beautifully diverse community, empowering everyone to love, dream, and experience life to the fullest. By providing healthcare that nurtures the mind, body, and spirit, we help each person we serve embrace their purpose and reach their truest potential.
What does health equity mean, and why is it important? Raul Ayala, MD, MHCM, Ambulatory Medical Officer, shares what Health Equity means to him and how he hopes to achieve it in the communities we serve.
Our theme for Hospital Week is “Healthcare with Heart,” and team members like Will are shining examples of how bringing our best selves to serve our patients is at the heart of our mission. It doesn’t just inspire us, it inspires Will’s son too, who encourages his dad to “keep smiling, keep staying strong, and keep saving lives.” Thank you to our team members like Will who save lives, create health, and live our mission every day.
This week, we gathered to celebrate Adventist Health Twin Cities and Adventist Health Sierra Vista. We enjoyed commemorating this milestone with our friends and neighbors. We are committed to serving our Central Coast community and look forward to working together to inspire health, wholeness and hope.
Juneteenth, June 19, is recognized as the anniversary of the true end of slavery across the United States. On this day in 1865, more than two years after President Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation, the news finally reached Texas. This was the final U.S. state to abolish slavery. Juneteenth is a time to celebrate this monumental event in history.
One year ago today, we welcomed Adventist Health Columbia Gorge! We are grateful to the 850+ employees and nearly 100 providers who joined us and their unwavering commitment to serving their communities.
