--- title: "About Sutter Health" description: "Sutter Health is an award-winning, innovative not-for-profit healthcare system serving diverse communities across Northern California and the Central Coast." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us" --- Sutter Health & Allina Health: Another step forward We're pleased to announce we've signed a definitive agreement with Allina Health. [Learn more](https://www.sutterhealth.org/allinahealth). 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. About us ![doctor-female-patient-happy-flipped21](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/medical-doctors/doctor-female-patient-happy-flipped211.jpg?h=3250&iar=0&w=5000) ![doctor-female-patient-happy-flipped21](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/medical-doctors/doctor-female-patient-happy-flipped211.jpg?h=3250&iar=0&w=5000) # About Sutter Health  At Sutter, we’re more than just a not-for-profit health system. We’re partners in wellness, a hub for innovation, advocates for community health and a career catalyst for future medical professionals. [Our mission and vision](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/mission) Investing in better care for all  ### $1.2B invested   in the community through charity care, unreimbursed Medi-Cal costs and community health programs.   ### 45 new locations opened since 2023, [expanding access](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/expanding-access) and bringing care closer to the communities we serve. ### $350M invested   in new clinical technology to enhance ability to provide best possible patient outcomes. ### 14,500+  physicians and advanced practice clinicians provide dedicated patient care to millions across California.    ## Sutter highlights ### [Annual report](https://reports.sutterhealth.org/annualreport-2025?utm_source=about&utm_medium=website) ### [Awards and recognition](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/awards) ### [Expanding access](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/expanding-access) ### [Financials](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/financials) ### [History](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/history) ### [Leadership](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/leadership) ### [Our values](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/mission) ### [Sports partnerships](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/sports-partnerships) ### [Where we serve](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/divisions) ## Our commitments to you **Mental health** **Innovative care** **Inclusion & belonging** **Quality & affordability** ### Mental health **Supporting your mental well-being** Your mental health is just as important as your physical health. When you’re affected by a condition like anxiety or addiction, we’ll help you manage the emotional and psychological load. [Mental health at Sutter](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/mental-health) **Mental health** ### Mental health **Supporting your mental well-being** Your mental health is just as important as your physical health. When you’re affected by a condition like anxiety or addiction, we’ll help you manage the emotional and psychological load. [Mental health at Sutter](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/mental-health) **Innovative care** ### Innovative care **Innovating patient experiences** Innovation goes beyond technology. Our programs like [Sutter Sync](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/my-health-online/sync) and [Scout by Sutter Health](https://scout.sutterhealth.org/launchpad/ "Please note you are now leaving the Sutter Health website") elevate patient experiences by providing teens and young adults with the tools they need to confidently manage their mental health and positively impact the health of the communities we serve. [Innovation at Sutter](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/expanding-access/innovation) **Inclusion & belonging** ### Inclusion & belonging **Celebrating who we are** We embrace the vibrancy of our region and believe that welcoming and inclusive environments create better outcomes for everyone. [Inclusion and belonging at Sutter](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/inclusion-and-belonging) **Quality & affordability** ### Quality & affordability **Award-winning quality care** By working together, we increase efficiency, share insights, and develop financial programs to reduce the cost of high-quality care, consistently setting the standard for healthcare quality with most facilities exceeding state and national benchmarks. [Commitment to excellence](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/quality-care) [View awards](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/awards) ![santa-clara-east](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/Facilities/santa-clara-east.jpg?h=1892&iar=0&w=4200) Honors that reflect our care Each recognition represents the dedication, skill, and compassion our teams bring to caring for you—today and always. [Awards and recognition](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/awards) ![healthgrades-americas-50-best-hospitals-2025-160x160](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/logos/healthgrades-americas-50-best-hospitals-2025-160x160.png?h=160&iar=0&w=160) 4 Sutter hospitals named among America’s Best ![premier-15-top-health-systems-2025-160x160](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/logos/premier-15-top-health-systems-2025-160x160.png?h=160&iar=0&w=160) No. 3 ranking in overall quality for large health systems ![high-performing-hospitals-us-news-160x160](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/logos/high-performing-hospitals-us-news-160x160.png?h=160&iar=0&w=160) 5 Sutter hospitals ranked as the Best in California ![forbes-best-in-state-2026-225x225](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/logos/forbes-best-in-state-2026.png?h=225&iar=0&w=225) Recognized as a Best Large Employer ![reputation-800-award-2025-160x160](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/logos/reputation-800-award-2025-160x160.png?h=160&iar=0&w=160) 30+ care centers awarded best-in-class by Reputation ![fast-company-best-place-to-work](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/logos/fast-company-best-place-to-work.webp?h=275&iar=0&w=328) Top 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators ![children-planting-in-garden](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/teen-children/children-planting-in-garden.jpeg?h=1632&iar=0&w=2912) ## Building stronger, healthier communities Whether we’re distributing groceries to low-income communities, planting urban gardens or cheering on little league teams, giving back to the community that trusts us with their health is at the heart of everything we do. [How we give back](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/community-impact) ## News and media Keep a finger on the pulse of what’s happening at Sutter. Visit Vitals for the latest research, news and everyday healthcare updates. [Read more](https://vitals.sutterhealth.org/) About Sutter Health Based in Sacramento, we provide healthcare to over 3.5 million Californians. Our integrated health system offers a connected care model that delivers treatment when, where and how people need it.  **Our medical groups** - Gould Medical Group - Mills-Peninsula Division - Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group - Sansum Santa Barbara Medical Group - Sutter East Bay Medical Group - Sutter Medical Group - Sutter Medical Group, Solano - Sutter North Medical Group - Sutter West Bay Medical Group - Sutter Medical Group of the Redwoods **Our hospitals** - [Alta Bates Summit Medical Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/alta-bates-summit-medical-center-summit-campus-1043246587 "Alta Bates Summit Medical Center") - [California Pacific Medical Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/our-hospitals/california-pacific-medical-center) - [Sutter Eden Medical Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/eden-medical-center-1043246538) - [Memorial Hospital Los Banos](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/memorial-hospital-los-banos-1043246682) - [Memorial Medical Center Modesto](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/memorial-medical-center-1043246633) - [Novato Community Hospital](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/novato-community-hospital-1043246701) - [Sutter Amador Hospital](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/sutter-amador-hospital-1043246712) - [Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/sutter-auburn-faith-hospital-1043247093) - [Sutter Center for Psychiatry](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/sutter-center-for-psychiatry-1043246594) - [Sutter Coast Hospital](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/sutter-coast-hospital-1043246975) - [Sutter Davis Hospital](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/sutter-davis-hospital-1043246737) - [Sutter Delta Medical Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/sutter-delta-medical-center-1043246751) - [Sutter Lakeside Hospital](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/sutter-lakeside-hospital-1043247026) - [Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center of Santa Cruz](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/sutter-maternity-surgery-center-of-santa-cruz-1043246642) - [Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/sutter-medical-center-1043247406) - [Sutter Mills Peninsula Medical Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/mills-peninsula-medical-center-1043246780) - [Sutter Roseville Medical Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/sutter-roseville-medical-center-1043247063) - [Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/sutter-santa-rosa-regional-hospital-1043247018) - [Sutter Solano Medical Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/sutter-solano-medical-center-1043247106) - [Sutter Surgical Hospital North Valley](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/sutter-surgical-hospital-north-valley-1043246956) - [Sutter Tracy Community Hospital](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/sutter-tracy-community-hospital-1043246708) **Our independent practice associations** Mills-Peninsula Medical Group [Sutter Independent Physicians](https://www.sipadmin.org/) ![young-team-collaborating](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/group/young-team-collaborating.jpeg?h=3431&iar=0&w=5959) ### [Business units](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/business-programs) Our business units, including health plans, wellness programs and shared services, enhance operational efficiency and patient care throughout Sutter. ![two-medical-professionals-talking](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/medical-doctors/two-medical-professionals-talking.jpeg?h=4091&iar=0&w=6609) ### [Careers](https://jobs.sutterhealth.org/) From corporate to clinical opportunities, choose Sutter as your career home. We’re always looking to add to our diverse, compassionate teams. ![man-smiling-looking-at-phone](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/men/man-smiling-looking-at-phone.jpeg?h=3790&iar=0&w=5685) ### [Contact us](https://www.sutterhealth.org/contact-us) Explore our help topics, find answers to your questions, share feedback about your experience and connect with our teams. ```json {"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"MedicalOrganization","name":"Sutter Health","@id":"https://www.sutterhealth.org/#medicalorganization","url":"https://www.sutterhealth.org","logo":"https://www.sutterhealth.org/static/images/sutter-health-logo.svg","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","streetAddress":"2200 River Plaza Drive","addressLocality":"Sacramento","addressRegion":"CA","postalCode":"95833","addressCountry":"US"},"areaServed":{"@type":"AdministrativeArea","name":"California"},"sameAs":["https://www.facebook.com/SutterHealth","https://www.instagram.com/sutterhealth/","https://x.com/SutterHealth","https://www.youtube.com/sutterhealth","https://www.linkedin.com/company/sutter-health","https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sutter_Health"]} ``` ```json {"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"WebPage","name":"About Sutter Health","description":"Sutter Health is an award-winning, innovative not-for-profit healthcare system serving diverse communities across Northern California and the Central Coast.","url":"https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us#breadcrumblist"}} ``` ```json {"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us#breadcrumblist","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https://www.sutterhealth.org/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"About us"}]} ```