Sentara Health is a prominent not-for-profit healthcare organization with a rich history dating back to 1888, when it was founded as the Retreat for the Sick in Norfolk, Virginia. Over the decades, it has expanded significantly, evolving into a vast integrated healthcare system. Sentara Health serves a wide region that includes Virginia and northeastern North Carolina, providing a comprehensive spectrum of
medical services.
The system encompasses 12
acute care hospitals, numerous nursing centers, and assisted living facilities. In addition to its physical locations, Sentara operates four medical groups and its own health plan division, Optima Health, which covers over 1.2 million members. Sentara is recognized for its commitment to high-quality care, often receiving top awards and accolades, including being recognized by IBM Watson Health as a "Top 15 Healthcare System" and consistently ranking highly in U.S. News & World Report's best hospitals. Many of its hospitals have also achieved Magnet Recognition Program® designation for nursing excellence.
Sentara offers a wide array of medical specialties and services, including but not limited to:
primary care: Routine wellness exams, sick visits, preventative care, and specialized care for all ages from newborns to seniors.
specialty care: Cancer care, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, behavioral health, gastroenterology, women's health (obstetrics, gynecology, midwifery), surgical services (including robotic surgery), and more.
Emergency and Urgent Care: Hospital emergency departments, trauma centers, and urgent care clinics for minor illnesses and injuries.
Home Health and Hospice: Services provided in the comfort of a patient's home, including nursing care, rehabilitative services, and palliative care.
Diagnostic and Imaging Services: Advanced imaging, laboratory services, and other diagnostic procedures.
Virtual Care: Telehealth options for minor illnesses and physical therapy, providing convenient access to care.
Sentara Health is dedicated to innovation, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, such as the da Vinci robotic surgery system, and pioneering initiatives like eICU® for remote monitoring. The organization emphasizes a multidisciplinary care team approach, ensuring personalized treatment plans. It is also a significant employer in Virginia and actively engages in community health initiatives and medical education through the Sentara College of Health Sciences.
The specific address provided, 1144 N Road St, Elizabeth City, NC 27909, corresponds to Sentara Albemarle Medical Center, one of Sentara's key hospital facilities in northeastern North Carolina, further highlighting the system's presence and comprehensive offerings in the region.
