Virginia Mason Franciscan Health

Health System with 8 hospitals across 1 state

Health System Overview

Health System	Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
Total Hospitals	8
Commercial/Acute Hospitals	8
Total Beds	1552
Commercial/Acute Beds	1552
Headquarters	Tacoma, WA
Website	vmfh.org

Hospitals by Type

Acute Care Hospital

7 hospitals

88% of health system

Critical Access Hospital

1 hospitals

12% of health system

Teaching Status

25%

Teaching

Teaching Hospitals: 2

Non-Teaching Hospitals: 6

Teaching hospitals serve as educational institutions for medical professionals while providing patient care.

Hospital Locations

Hospitals in this Health System

Hospital	Type	Beds	Teaching	Recently Joined
Virginia Mason Medical Center	Acute Care Hospital	336	Yes	No
St. Anne Hospital	Acute Care Hospital	279	No	No
St Clare Memorial Hospital Inc	Acute Care Hospital	105	No	No
St. Michael Medical Center	Acute Care Hospital	297	No	No
St. Joseph Medical Center	Acute Care Hospital	340	No	No
St. Francis Medical Center	Acute Care Hospital	110	No	No
Saint Anthony Hospital	Acute Care Hospital	80	Yes	No
St. Elizabeth Hospital	Critical Access Hospital	5	No	No

Recent News

Jun 17, 2025

Kathryn Swyngle from Virginia Mason Franciscan Health was featured on the Seattle Voice | iHeart radio program to discuss pancreatic cancer. During the segment, Swyngle provided information on what individuals can expect throughout a pancreatic cancer diagnosis, the available care options at VMFH, and key symptoms to look for. The discussion also touched upon a recent fundraising event, Purple Stride, which is a major fundraiser for pancreatic cancer research. Swyngle highlighted the involvement of a Virginia Mason Franciscan Health team in the event, noting their success in raising funds for the cause, with the majority of the money directed towards research.

Jun 16, 2025

A class-action lawsuit was filed against Virginia Mason Franciscan Health by a Seattle patient who alleges severe pain and potential exposure to infectious diseases due to a nurse stealing prescribed narcotic pain medications intended for post-surgical recovery. The lawsuit claims that the patient, Danielle Salazar, experienced debilitating pain after a hysterectomy in November 2024 and was later informed by the hospital that she might have been exposed to hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV due to possible drug diversion by a former employee in the recovery unit between November 17, 2023, and July 29, 2024. The complaint alleges that VMFH was negligent in hiring, training, and supervising staff, failed to implement adequate safeguards against drug diversion, and did not promptly detect or prevent the alleged theft. The lawsuit contends that hundreds of other patients may have been affected, suffering physical pain, emotional distress, and fear of potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens due to being deprived of necessary pain medication.

Jun 07, 2025

Following the announcement of layoffs impacting over 100 employees in virtual health services, a cardiac monitor technician, Megan Frasier, shared that all telemetry techs in her union were laid off, affecting 50 union members. She stated they were told the jobs would be outsourced. The hospital reiterated that the cuts were necessary due to increasing costs, underpayment from government programs, and new state laws and taxes expected to cost the system around $30 million more annually. The CEO of the Washington State Hospital Association commented that hospitals in the state are struggling financially due to state funding cuts and taxes, making it difficult to absorb costs without making cuts.

Jun 06, 2025

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (VMFH) has announced significant job cuts impacting 116 employees in its virtual health services, with layoffs set to begin on July 28, 2025. The Tacoma, WA-based health system filed a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) with the state regarding these reductions. According to a statement from Chad Melton, Interim President of the VMFH Puget Sound Market, these layoffs are part of a broader transition of several virtual services and administrative functions, affecting approximately 200 team members across the system, not solely in Tacoma. Melton cited significant financial pressures faced by VMFH and healthcare systems nationwide, including rising labor and supply costs, increased claim denials, and chronic underpayment from government programs. He also noted that new state budget measures in Washington are expected to cost VMFH an additional $30 million annually due to new taxes and reduced reimbursement rates, particularly for care provided to state and school employees. These actions are described as critical and necessary steps to maintain financial sustainability and ensure continued delivery of high-quality care. Affected employees have been notified and are being offered personalized support, including placement assistance and access to internal job openings.

Jun 03, 2025

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health was mentioned in recent news from the Puget Sound Business Journal and The Suburban Times on June 3, 2025. The Puget Sound Business Journal revealed the region's most admired CEOs for 2025, which could include leadership from VMFH, although specific individuals were not detailed in the provided snippets. The Suburban Times reported on the Lakewood community celebrating a decade of student artwork displayed at St. Clare Hospital, a Virginia Mason Franciscan Health facility. This event highlights VMFH's involvement in community relations by providing a venue for local student art and engaging with the community through cultural events. [1]

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