AVERA MCKENNAN HOSPITAL MEDICAL STAFF
Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center, located at 1325 S Cliff Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, is the flagship facility of the Avera Health system. Established on December 17, 1911, through a generous bequest from Helen Gale McKennan, it has grown into a comprehensive medical center offering extensive inpatient and outpatient healthcare services, specialty medical care, and 24/7 emergency departments. The hospital serves as a regional referral hub for 37 hospitals and 200 clinics, extending its reach across a 72,000-square-mile area that includes South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Nebraska, and Iowa. Avera McKennan is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care with a strong focus on patient safety and comfort, and is continually expanding its facilities, including a new six-story tower for women's and children's services expected by 2027. The facility is renowned for its clinical excellence, holding numerous accreditations and designations such as Level II Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center Certification, and Magnet® recognition for nursing. It offers a vast array of medical specialties, from advanced surgical procedures, including robotic surgery and organ transplants, to comprehensive cancer care, cardiology, orthopedics, neurosciences, and behavioral health services. As part of the broader Avera Health system, Avera McKennan also supports a continuum of senior care, including rehabilitation services, hospice and palliative care, and referrals to Avera's independent living, assisted living, and long-term care communities like Avera Prince of Peace. Avera McKennan fosters a diverse and inclusive environment, with employees representing over 50 countries and speaking more than 30 languages and dialects, ensuring a welcoming and understanding experience for all patients and their families. The hospital campus provides a range of amenities designed for comfort and convenience, including various dining options, quiet spaces for prayer and meditation, gift shops, and an extensive art program.
Sioux Falls, SD
Care types: Home Health Nursing
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- License: 430016
- Accepts Medicaid
- Accepts Medicare
- Languages: English
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