Distinguished by our renowned specialists, advanced technology and landmark research, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla has long been recognized as a leader in cardiac care. In fact, the Heart Center at Scripps La Jolla is the largest cardiovascular program in San Diego County – performing more than 6000 heart catheterizations, 1000 electrophysiology procedures and over 700 open heart surgeries every year. From diagnosis to treatment to rehabilitation, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla provides a comprehensive spectrum of cardiac care, with all services seamlessly integrated under one roof.

Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla maintains the highest standards of patient care. We are the first and only hospital in San Diego to receive Magnet Designation by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), which is the highest level of recognition awarded for quality of nursing care. Scripps La Jolla has also earned the Consumer Choice Award from the National Research Corporation for 2001, 2003, 2004 and 2005. And, in 2006, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla was named one of the top 50 U.S. hospitals for heart and Heart Surgery by U.S. News & World Report.

Scripps La Jolla is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), so you can feel confident that you will receive outstanding health care from a highly competent, compassionate team of experts.