Hoag is a regional nonprofit healthcare system serving Orange County, California, with a network of two acute-care hospitals, 18 urgent care facilities, 13 health and wellness centers, and seven clinical institutes. Founded in 1952, the organisation employs approximately 1,800 physicians and treats nearly 30,000 inpatients and 350,000 outpatients annually. Specialisations span oncology, digestive health, cardiology, neurosciences, spine care, women's health, and orthopedics, with services delivered through both direct operations and the affiliated Hoag Orthopedic Institute.
The system holds Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center, recognising nursing excellence and patient outcomes. Both acute-care hospitals are award-winning facilities, with Hoag ranking as the highest-ranked hospital in Orange County by U.S. News & World Report and the only Orange County hospital in the publication's top 10 in California. The organisation maintains a commitment to clinical research and health technology investment to advance patient care.
As a faith-based nonprofit, Hoag operates with a mission-driven approach to healthcare delivery across the region. The breadth of its network - spanning acute inpatient care, urgent outpatient services, wellness centres, and specialised clinical institutes - positions it as a comprehensive healthcare provider for Orange County residents and surrounding communities.