Adventist HealthCare

Health System with 3 hospitals across 1 state

Health System Overview

Health SystemAdventist HealthCare
Total Hospitals3
Commercial/Acute Hospitals3
Total Beds666
Commercial/Acute Beds666
HeadquartersGaithersburg, MD
Websiteadventisthealthcare.com

Hospitals by Type

Acute Care Hospital
3 hospitals
100% of health system

Teaching Status

33%
Teaching
Teaching Hospitals: 1
Non-Teaching Hospitals: 2
Teaching hospitals serve as educational institutions for medical professionals while providing patient care.

Hospital Locations

Hospitals in this Health System

HospitalTypeBedsTeachingRecently Joined
Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical CenterAcute Care Hospital298NoNo
Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical CenterAcute Care Hospital331YesNo
Adventist HealthCare Fort Washington Medical CenterAcute Care Hospital 37NoNo

Recent News

2025-05-02
Adventist HealthCare Hospitals have received national recognition for patient safety from The Leapfrog Group [7, 8]. Adventist HealthCare is also focusing on providing communities with resources that encourage a culture of wellness [8]. They offer health and wellness services throughout Montgomery, Prince George's and Frederick counties [8].
2025-04-23
Adventist HealthCare has appointed Allison Dichoso as Chief Human Resources Officer [7, 8].
2025-04-22
Adventist HealthCare Emergency Departments are launching an AI initiative to enhance patient safety and care efficiency [3, 15]. Emergency department nurses and patients at Adventist HealthCare hospitals are receiving extra support during the triage process through the use of artificial intelligence [15]. The implementation of KATE AI reflects Adventist HealthCare's commitment to innovation and its proactive approach to improving patient outcomes [15]. The technology also helps ensure greater health equity by identifying and eliminating systemic biases in triage, including those based on race, age, and gender [15]. Adventist HealthCare's hospitals are the first in Maryland to use KATE AI [15].
2025-04-16
Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center has earned the Maryland Patient Safety Center Award for its initiative to reduce inpatient falls [3]. This award recognizes the hospital's dedication to implementing effective strategies and protocols to prevent falls and ensure the safety of its patients. The recognition underscores Adventist HealthCare's commitment to continuous improvement and its focus on providing a safe and supportive environment for all patients. By prioritizing patient safety, Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center is setting a high standard for healthcare excellence in the region.
2025-04-16
Adventist HealthCare has been named one of Newsweek's Most Trustworthy Companies in America in 2024 [12]. Adventist HealthCare was among only 10 hospitals and healthcare systems in the U.S. to receive this recognition [12]. Across all industries, Adventist HealthCare was one of 14 Maryland-based companies honored [12]. Terry Forde, president and CEO of Adventist HealthCare, said that this ranking speaks directly to their core values and reflects the integrity and dedication of their team members and affiliated physicians [12].

Executive Leadership

John Sackett

President & Chief Executive Officer

Brings more than 40 years of experience to the health-care system. Served as Adventist HealthCare’s chief operating officer since 2014 and served as president of Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center from 2013 to 2019.

Patsy McNeil, MD

EVP & System Chief Medical Officer

Kevin Cargill

SVP & Chief Financial Officer

Katie Eckert

SVP, Strategic Operations

Costin Jordache

SVP, Strategy & Brand

Dwayne Leslie

SVP & General Counsel