Scripps Memorial Hospital - La Jolla

9888 Genesee Ave · La Jolla, California 92037

Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla is a leading non-profit acute care hospital located in La Jolla, California, part of the Scripps Health system. Founded in 1924, it is a 444-bed facility renowned for its comprehensive medical and surgical services, including a Level II Trauma Center, advanced cardiovascular care, a robust organ transplant program, and a highly-rated cancer center. The hospital is recognized for nursing excellence with Magnet status and consistently receives high rankings from U.S. News & World Report across numerous specialties. It offers state-of-the-art technology, including robotic surgery, and provides extensive patient support services, financial counseling, and language interpretation.

Hospital information

24/7 Emergency Care
Available
Adult Trauma Center
Level II
More emergency department details
Pediatric Emergency Care
Available
Stroke Center
Available
Cardiac Emergency Capabilities
Available
Burn Center
Not Available
Air Ambulance / Helipad
Available

Level II Trauma Center, 24/7 emergency care, specialized stroke and cardiac care, pediatric emergency services

About Emergency Department Waits

Emergency departments treat patients according to medical urgency rather than arrival order. Wait times can change rapidly based on patient volume, ambulance arrivals, trauma cases and available treatment space. Patients with life-threatening conditions are prioritized immediately. This note is general information and does not describe Scripps Memorial Hospital - La Jolla's current wait.

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