Dignity Health is made up of more than 60,000+ caregivers and staff who deliver care to diverse communities.
Dignity Health in the North State includes three accredited, not-for-profit hospitals – St. Elizabeth Community Hospital in Red Bluff, Mercy Medical Center Redding and Mercy Medical Center Mt. Shasta.
Their three North State hospitals offer expertise in cancer care, heart care, maternity, neurology, orthopedics, telestroke technology and wound care. They know that their services can help you return to health. And they believe that their people – their dedicated doctors, nurses, and support staff who attend to your every need are who help you heal. – Learn More
Cancer Care
When it comes to cancer care, the Dignity Health hospitals in the North State go beyond being mere treatment centers. They provide a spectrum of treatments and services aimed at assisting individuals through their cancer care journey. With a dedicated team of cancer specialists guiding patients, tailored plans are crafted to suit individual needs. Moreover, patients benefit from a supportive environment conveniently located close to home. – Learn More
Hospital and Services
Three centers within the network are accredited as Comprehensive Cancer Centers by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer. These fully equipped facilities ensure comprehensive support from diagnosis through treatment and beyond. – Learn More
For more details on treatment programs:
- Mercy Medical Center Redding Cancer Center: Serving as the focal point for cancer programs, Mercy Redding delivers personalized care with cutting-edge technology and services typically associated with urban settings.
- Mercy Medical Center Mt. Shasta: Provides cancer screenings.
- St. Elizabeth Community Hospital: Offers screenings along with select infusion services.
Advanced cancer care closer to home
When it comes to cancer care, Mercy Redding transcends the role of a mere treatment center. Offering a spectrum of advanced treatments and services, they assist individuals throughout their cancer care journey. With a dedicated team of cancer experts, patients receive personalized plans tailored to their needs, all within a supportive environment close to home. – Learn More
Key features of the program include:
- Utilization of the latest technology and a personalized approach to cancer treatment, catering to the unique needs of each individual.
- Precision oncology, employing molecular profiling to target specific genetic alterations in tumors, potentially enabling specialized therapies as alternatives to broad treatments like chemotherapy.
- Access to a nurse navigator, a dedicated expert guiding patients through the tests and procedures integral to a personalized cancer treatment plan.
- Pharmacy Services offering discounts on cancer medications.
- Genetic counseling services, providing support to patients with a family history of cancer, offering both peace of mind and strategies for prevention and early detection.
Cancer Screenings for Your Well-Being
Cancer specialists across our North State network have access to cutting-edge technology for cancer diagnosis, emphasizing the significance of early detection in the healing process. Our programs are designed to enhance the quality of life for individuals living with cancer, including preventive initiatives. Early detection plays a pivotal role in improving outcomes, and we provide various screenings to assess your risk. Contact us today to explore the support options available to you. – Learn More
Advanced Cardiovascular Care
Dignity Health’s North State hospitals lead the region in providing cutting-edge cardiac care. Offering state-of-the-art diagnostics, innovative treatment modalities, and comprehensive rehabilitation services, we ensure a holistic approach to heart health. Whether it’s routine checkups or life-saving interventions, such as heart surgery facilitated through our partnership with Stanford Health Care, our team possesses the expertise and commitment to safeguard your heart. – Learn More
Heart and Vascular Services
Their diagnostic and interventional cardiology services include:
- Cardiac arrhythmia management
- Cardiac rehabilitation
- Clinical research and trials
- Heart disease diagnostics and intervention
- Heart surgery, including minimally invasive
- High risk percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI)
- Radial artery access
- Vascular care
Stanford Cardiac Surgery Program at The Mercy Redding Heart Center
Through their affiliation with Stanford Health Care, they offer access to world-class heart surgeons for complex care and treatment at The Mercy Redding Heart Center. Their heart surgery procedures include:
- Complex Heart Valve Repair
- Aortic Surgery
- Beating Heart Surgery
- Cardiac Valve Surgery
- Complicated Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- Aortic Aneurysm Surgery
- High Risk Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI)
- Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery
Cardiac Rehabilitation
If you’ve suffered a heart attack or had a life-saving heart procedure, Dignity Health’s cardiac rehabilitation team provides a safe, monitored environment for patients to regain their strength and confidence. – Learn More
Benefits of Cardiac Rehabilitation
Studies show that participating in a cardiac rehab program can:
- Increase your life expectancy
- Reduce hospitalizations for heart-related conditions
- Lower your risk of having another heart attack
- Improve your health so you develop fewer heart disease risk factors
- Reduce depression, anger and anxiety
Emergency Care
When an emergency happens, you need to know you have a place to go where you can get fast medical help. Dignity Health’s Emergency Departments are here to help, 24/7, offering care to treat you quickly and efficiently. They offer a complete range of care, and our doctors and nurses are trained and equipped to triage all types of emergencies. – Learn More
Emergency Care Locations
With around-the-clock emergency care in Northern California, Dignity Health offer high-quality treatment for severe pain, the flu, high fever, and other emergency medical conditions at the following locations:
Complete Emergency Services at Dignity Health North State
Dignity Health offers a full range of emergency medical care in a compassionate environment. With expert emergency teams and cutting-edge technology, they are equipped and ready to treat a wide range of non-urgent and life-threatening medical emergencies. You can rely on their emergency departments for high-quality:
Neurology
Neurology is a subspecialty of medicine that diagnoses and treats neurological conditions of the brain, spinal cord and nerves, as well as related blood vessels, muscles, and other tissues. Neurologists and neurosurgeons work closely together to address problems with some of the most delicate structures in the body. – Learn More
Dignity Health Advanced Neurological Centers
At Dignity Health North State, their neurologists and neurology care teams combine advanced treatment options with a warm, personalized approach. For example, their advanced telestroke technology allows our doctors to collaborate with the Sacramento-based Neurological Institute and its stroke specialists to offer the highest level of stroke care. – Learn More
Diagnostic Testing Provided by Dignity Health Neurologists
Our neurologists use a variety of diagnostic testing techniques to assess nerve and brain function and guide treatment. Your doctor may order a blood test, neurological CT scan, evoked potential (EP), genetic testing, electroencephalogram (EEG), sleep study, or electromyography (EMG). – Learn More
Neurocritical Care in Northern California
Dignity Health’s neurocritical care unit, or neurological intensive care unit (neuro ICU), offers a dedicated environment for patients with life-threatening or severe neurological emergencies. You will receive personalized care from a team of coordinated specialists around the clock. – Learn More
Center for Joint and Spine Health
The Center for Joint and Spine Health at Mercy Medical Center Redding provides exceptional spine and joint care to all patients. Their focus is on minimally invasive options using advanced technology to treat degenerative disc disease, sciatica, joint pain and more. Mercy wants to be your partner in moving toward the life you want. – Learn More
Spine Care And Health
Spine surgery is an alternative medical option for people suffering from debilitating back or neck pain. If your pain is causing you to compromise your quality of life, Dignity Health can help. They offer a variety of spine surgery options, including minimally invasive and image-guided techniques to help with:
- Degenerative disc disease
- Fusions
- Laminectomy
- Micro-discectomy
- Reconstructive surgery
- Revision surgery
- Sciatic nerve and sciatica
- Scoliosis
- Spinal stenosis
Joint Care And Replacement
Exercise, physical therapy, and pain medications can help ease joint pain, but if your ongoing joint pain is compromising your overall quality of life, then you may want to consider joint replacement surgery. Joint replacement surgery is an alternative medical option for people suffering from debilitating joint pain that has resisted traditional healing methods. – Learn More
Dignity Health Offers:
- Partial knee replacement
- Total knee replacement
- Total hip replacement
- Revision surgery
Women’s Services
Women’s services is a branch of health care that focuses on the needs and unique challenges of women’s health. To learn more about women’s services in Northern California and receive personal care you deserve, Find a Doctor at Dignity Health North State.
Quality Gynecology in Northern California
Gynecologists are doctors who have advanced training in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system. While gynecologists are specialists in this field, family doctors, primary care doctors, and internists may all offer gynecologic care.
Supporting Local Community Events
Dignity Health is the Presenting Sponsor of the Redding Health Expo. Dignity Health’s North State Area hospitals are proud to support local nonprofit organizations in their surrounding communities through sponsorships. They are committed to supporting positive community initiatives, organizations, and programs that improve the health and well-being of all communities they serve. – Learn More
