Sentara Healthcare

Sentara Health, formerly known as Sentara Healthcare, is a not-for-profit integrated healthcare delivery system headquartered in Hampton Roads, Virginia. Established in 1888, Sentara has grown to become one of the largest health systems in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions, serving Virginia, northeastern North Carolina, and Florida.

The organization employs over 34,000 individuals and operates more than 500 sites of care. These include 12 acute care hospitals, advanced imaging centers, nursing and assisted-living facilities, outpatient campuses, rehabilitation services, home health agencies, and four medical groups.

Hospitals

Sentara Health’s hospital network covers a wide area and includes the following 13 hospitals:

• Sentara Albemarle Medical Center (Elizabeth City, NC)
• Sentara CarePlex Hospital (Hampton, VA)
• Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital (South Boston, VA)
• Sentara Heart Hospital (Norfolk, VA)
• Sentara Leigh Hospital (Norfolk, VA)
• Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital (Charlottesville, VA)
• Sentara Norfolk General Hospital (Norfolk, VA)
• Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center (Woodbridge, VA)
• Sentara Obici Hospital (Suffolk, VA)
• Sentara Princess Anne Hospital (Virginia Beach, VA)
• Sentara RMH Medical Center (Harrisonburg, VA)
• Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital (Virginia Beach, VA)
• Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center (Williamsburg, VA)

Health Plans Division

Besides hospitals, Sentara Health operates the Sentara Health Plans division. This division serves over 1 million members in Virginia and Florida.

It offers a range of health insurance plans, including commercial, Medicaid, and Medicare options. This growing health plan division extends Sentara’s reach in healthcare coverage.

Clinical Excellence and Innovation

Sentara Health is nationally recognized for its clinical quality and safety. Ten hospitals within the system have achieved the prestigious Magnet® recognition, highlighting nursing excellence.

The organization focuses strategically on innovation with notable accomplishments such as:

• Performing the region’s first heart and kidney transplants
• Pioneering the eICU® remote monitoring system for intensive care
• Using telehealth through Sentara Home Care Services to monitor and manage patients remotely

Mission and Values

Sentara Health's mission is "we improve health every day." Its purpose is to be the trusted partner to individuals and communities on their journey to health and well-being.

The organization’s core values are:

• People
• Quality
• Patient Safety
• Service
• Integrity

Locations

Sentara Health operates across multiple locations primarily in Virginia and North Carolina, including:

• Chesapeake, VA, USA
• Norfolk, VA, USA
• Newport News, VA, USA
• Virginia Beach, VA, USA
• Suffolk, VA, USA

Rebranding in 2023

In 2023, Sentara rebranded as Sentara Health to reflect its commitment to innovation and its mission to improve health every day.

Overview

Sentara Health’s extensive network and comprehensive services make it a leading healthcare provider in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions. The organization is dedicated to delivering high-quality care and improving the health and well-being of the communities it serves.