History
In the early 1950's, the people of Bakersfield and Kern County found themselves in desperate need of a new hospital.
About Us
Dignity Health operates three hospitals in the Bakersfield area - Memorial Hospital, Mercy Hospital Downtown and Mercy Hospital Southwest.
In addition to our acute care hospitals, Dignity Health provides a growing number of health care facilities to meet the needs of our community including the Millennium Surgery Center, the Dignity Health Infusion Center at CBCC, Ortho Clinic at Mercy's Southwest campus, and the Dignity Health Medical Group Bakersfield.
Dignity Health Medical Network
At Dignity Health Bakersfield, our health care mission is powered by the belief that partnering with others improves the quality of life in our community.
Hospital Accreditation
Our Dignity Health Bakersfield hospitals are accredited by The Joint Commission and have been awarded its Gold Seal of Approval™.
End of Life Option Act
The California End of Life Option Act legally authorizes a physician to prescribe a lethal dose of a lethal medication so that a patient can end his or her life.
Community Programs
Our hospitals share a commitment to excellent care that spans decades.
Community Benefit Report & Health Needs Assessment
At Dignity Health, a key part of our mission is supporting the health of our communities in meaningful, measurable ways.
Ways to Give
Bakersfield Memorial Foundation helps to support our hospital in many ways.
Mission, Vision, Values
As part of Dignity Health, our hospital is committed to furthering the healing ministry of Jesus.