EvergreenHealth

EvergreenHealth is a prominent community-owned healthcare system headquartered in Kirkland, Washington. Founded in 1972 as King County Public Hospital District No. 2, the organization was created through a public vote to address the growing medical needs of the Eastside community. Since its inception, it has evolved from a single hospital into a multi-facility network including a level II adult and pediatric trauma center and a comprehensive range of outpatient services.

Ownership of EvergreenHealth remains rooted in the local community as a public hospital district. It is governed by a publicly elected Board of Commissioners, ensuring that the organization remains accountable to the residents it serves rather than private shareholders. While it operates as a non-profit municipal corporation, it maintains various partnerships and joint ventures to expand its clinical reach.

Service delivery is centered in the Puget Sound region of the United States. All primary medical services, including emergency care, maternity, and specialized surgery, are performed at their facilities in Washington State. The system is recognized for its commitment to clinical excellence and has frequently been named one of the top hospitals in the nation by independent healthcare rating organizations.