About Us

Dignity Health works closely with affiliated physicians through a variety of models. These include medical practice foundation and exclusively contracted medical group models, affiliated medical group models, clinically integrated networks, and Independent Practice Associations across California, Arizona, and Nevada.

In California, there are 14 medical groups that are affiliated with Dignity Health Medical Foundation (DHMF). DHMF employs the clinic staff and contracts with physician groups on an exclusive basis to provide the healthcare services of such group’s physicians and allied health professional to DHMF’s patients. Through affiliations with Dignity Health hospitals, DHMF patients have access to a state-of-the-art, integrated healthcare delivery system. To ensure a robust workforce of medical care professionals, DHMF also provides a means for recruiting and retaining primary and specialty physicians and allied health professionals, offering the stability of a clinical practice environment for providers seeking an alternative to private practice.

Additionally, Pacific Central Coast Health Centers are associated with Dignity Health Hospitals on the Central Coast.