St Jude Hospital Inc

Whether for the birth of a baby, an everyday “emergency,” or complex surgery, we are committed to extraordinary, life-changing care. Through nationally-recognized programs and services, we offer a level of care that not only exceeds community benchmarks, but allows us to restore the health and dignity of those we serve.

In 1953, a group of local physicians led by Dr. Ramiro Fernandez saw a pressing need to build a new community hospital that would serve the healthcare needs of their family, friends and neighbors well into the future. Under the direction of Dr. Fernandez and the Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange who operated the very first hospital in Fullerton, the community rallied together to build what would become St. Jude Hospital (now Providence St. Jude Medical Center). It was only through the philanthropic efforts of a caring community that this vision was realized: Cub Scouts organized a circus to raise funds. Community clubs hosted book review parties, bridge parties, a dinner dance and a comedy show. Northrop Aircraft auctioned off lunches with Cary Grant and Humphrey Bogart. In May 1957, the community finally saw their labor come to fruition as they stood in the rain to watch the opening of their brand new hospital.

Since its humble beginnings, Providence St. Jude Medical Center has grown into a 320-bed, non-profit acute care hospital offering the most comprehensive array of nationally-recognized services and programs. A cornerstone of the community for over 60 years, the faith-based hospital has been designated a Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News & World Report, a Magnet® hospital, and an Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center. With areas of specialty in cancer, cardiac, maternity, orthopedic, rehabilitation and stroke, Providence St. Jude continues to set the standard for world-class in a community-focused setting. 

Top accomplishments for the 2020 calendar year:

- Designation of a Magnet Hospital once again
- Recipient of Healthgrades America's 250 Best Hospitals' Award for 4 years in a row (2017-2020)
- One of Healthgrades America's 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care for 4 years in a row (2017-2020)
- One of Healthgrades America's 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery for 3 years in a row (2018-2020)
- One of Healthgrades America's 100 Best Hospitals for Spine Surgery for 2 years in a row (2019-2020)
- One of Healthgrades America's 100 Best Hospitals for Stroke Care for 7 years in a row (2014-2020)
- One of Healthgrades America's 100 Best Hospitals for Critical Care

Top goals for the 2021 calendar year:

Support technological and programmatic enhancements for the St. Jude Crosson Cancer Institute, Palliative Care program, Neurosciences Institute, and Community Benefits program which provides health services and education to low-income communities.

St. Jude has a diverse range of capital, programmatic, and clinical funding needs in the following areas:

o Neurosciences
o Cardiology
o Cancer
o Women's Health
o Digestive Health
o Pain & Rehabilitation Services

We also strive to establish Endowed Medical Directorships for each of our service lines, which will enable St. Jude to provide our patients access to cutting-edge treatments and leading specialists.

Our primary service area includes the cities of Brea, Diamond Bar, Fullerton, La Habra, La Mirada, Placentia, Rowland Heights and Yorba Linda.

Our secondary service area includes the cities of Chino, Chino Hills, Corona, Anaheim, Buena Park, Hacienda Heights, Whittier and Walnut.

There is a special feeling people get when they enter the doors of Providence St. Jude Medical Center. They are welcomed in like family. They are greeted with a smile. They are treated with respect and dignity. This feeling stems from Providence St. Jude's commitment to using every interaction as an opportunity to serve others and provide genuine care. From small gestures like bringing someone a warm blanket to performing a lifesaving procedure, we promise to always help, heal and comfort, making a difference in the lives we are entrusted to serve. Through nationally-recognized programs and services, we offer a level of care that not only exceeds national benchmarks, but allows us to restore the health and dignity of those we serve—keeping families whole, reuniting friends and elevating the well-being of communities. Philanthropy allows us to continue providing world class care with "small town" hospitality. When you give to Providence St. Jude -- through treasure, time or talent -- you are ensuring that you, your family, your friends and your neighbors can receive the best care possible, right in your own backyard. 

Thanks to your donations to Providence St. Jude Medical Center is able to offer the best possible care to hundreds of thousands of patients throughout North Orange County each and every year. Your generosity provides the resources needed to acquire the most advanced technology available, which, in the hands of our skilled and compassionate physicians and staff, allows us to deliver truly exceptional healthcare. Like you, I was always taught the importance of giving back. As the current chair of Providence St. Jude Memorial Foundation, it’s gratifying — yet also humbling— to work with donors like you, whose joyful gifts allow us to provide outstanding healthcare right here in our local community.