presented by SONOMA VALLEY HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
SONOMA VALLEY HOSPITAL is My Hospital.
SONOMA VALLEY HOSPITAL is My Hospital.
EMERGENCY CARE SERVICES
Introduction
Sonoma Valley Hospital (SVH) is the trusted provider of emergency care for our community, treating approximately 10,000 patients annually. We consistently rank in the top quartile nationally for patient satisfaction—a reflection of our expert staff, high-quality care, and commitment to continuous improvement.
Twelve years ago, we opened the Marcia and Gary Nelson Family Emergency Care Center—a state-of-the-art facility that marked a new era for emergency services in Sonoma Valley. To meet evolving community needs and sustain our excellence, we must continue to invest.
The Need
As Sonoma Valley’s primary emergency care provider, SVH must adapt to increasing demand and medical advancements. To meet this challenge, we are focused on four priorities:
• Modernizing and Expanding Our Facilities
While our emergency center remains a strong foundation, we must grow and update to keep pace with rising patient volume and technological change.
• Enhancing Specialized Services Programs like our Acute Stroke Ready certification and cardiac response are vital. Expanding these services ensures timely, life-saving care.
• Create an Age Friendly Health System
Emergency services designed to support the aging population in our community.
• Recruiting and Retaining Top Medical Talent
Sustaining excellence requires continuous investment in our skilled emergency physicians, nurses, and staff.
Our Vision
We envision an Emergency Department that is fully equipped, future-ready, and patient-focused. Your support will help us:
• Improve Patient Care: Add treatment areas, speed up diagnostics, and increase patient privacy.
• Expand Specialized Programs: Grow critical care offerings, including stroke and cardiac services, in partnership with UCSF Health
• Earn certi cation as an Age-Friendly Emergency Department: meeting the unique needs of older adults.
• Advance Technology: Strengthen telemedicine and integrate cutting-edge diagnostic and treatment tools.
• Support Our Team: Invest in ongoing training, staff development, and workplace improvements to attract and retain top-tier providers.
Why Your Support Matters
Your investment will directly improve emergency care in Sonoma Valley by:
• Delivering Faster, Better Outcomes
Expanded capacity and programs mean quicker response times and improved results for patients.
• Sustaining Life-Saving Technologies
Your gift ensures access to leading-edge tools and telemedicine that are critical for stroke, cardiac and trauma care.
• Enhancing Patient Experience
Contributions improve privacy, efficiency, and compassionate care—ensuring every patient feels safe, respected, and heard.
• Strengthening Community Trust
As the Valley emergency care leader, SVH is a cornerstone of community health. Your support helps maintain that vital trust.
Campaign Goals
With your help, we aim to:
• Increase ED capacity with additional patient exam spaces and upgraded equipment
• Expand specialized programs like stroke and cardiac care
• Invest in recruitment, training, and retention of expert staff
• Enhance patient-centered initiatives focused on comfort and dignity
• Achieve certification as an Age-Friendly Health System Emergency Department
Conclusion
SVH’s Emergency Department is more than a facility—it’s a lifeline. From heart attacks to broken bones, we’re there when it matters most. The Marcia and Gary Nelson Family Emergency Care Center was a milestone. With your support, we’ll build on that success and secure the future of emergency care in Sonoma Valley.
Together, we can ensure every resident receives the best care—when they need it most.
Thank you for your support.
Ways to Give
You can support this vital effort in several ways:
• One-time or recurring donations
• Multi-year pledges
• Corporate sponsorships
• Planned giving (wills, trusts, bequests)
• Stock donations
• Gifts in honor or memory of a loved one
To donate or learn more about how you can help, please visit SVHFoundation.com or contact: Leslie Antonelli Petersen at lpetersen@sonomavalleyhospital.org or 707-738-5108.