Santa Ana residents can access many local healthcare facilities as well as those found in its surrounding area. General care is through the South Coast Global Medical Center and Orange County Global Medical Center. In the neighboring city, Orange, Providence St. Joseph Hospital-Orange is an option. In Fountain Valley, the Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and Medical Center provide care. Children’s care is also found in Orange through the CHOC Children's Hospital. Veterans have a few care options in the Santa Ana area, such as the West Santa Ana VA Clinic.
U.S. News ranks the Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and Medical Center as #25 in Los Angeles and #58 in California. They are high performers in seven different procedures and conditions, including:
U.S. News ranks the CHOC Children's Hospital as #5 in California and #6 in the Pacific region, they nationally rank in seven different children’s specialties, including:
Finding an obstetrician-gynecologist (OB-GYN) will help you manage your women’s healthcare needs. An OB-GYN is trained to deliver babies and specializes in treating and managing disorders involving a woman's reproductive organs.
OB-GYNs are licensed to perform routine women's reproductive checks such as: Pap tests (aka Pap smears), sexually transmitted infection (STI) checks, pelvic exams, ultrasounds; procedures such as IUD insertions; and surgeries such as a hysterectomy or removal of ovarian cysts.
How often should I see an OB-GYN?
It's recommended that women see an OB-GYN once a year for routine checkups. If you're pregnant or have an underlying health condition, you may need to see an OB-GYN more frequently.
What procedures do OB-GYNs perform?
OB-GYNs can perform or order the following procedures and surgeries:
What conditions do OB-GYNs treat?
OB-GYNs treat the following conditions:
An OB-GYN can also provide prenatal care and help you manage your health during pregnancy.
What should I ask an OB-GYN?
Top questions to ask an OB-GYN during your appointment that you may not have thought of:
OB-GYNs are trained to discuss sensitive subjects, so you shouldn't hesitate to ask questions about your sexual health.