A new chapter of care in Sitka
SEARHC is opening the new Mt. Edgecumbe Medical Center to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care for Southeast Alaska. At SEARHC, we are committed to providing best-in-class healthcare to our patients and community. As part of this commitment, MySEARHC is our improved patient health portal.
Thank you for trusting SEARHC with your care. The new MEMC was built for our patients and communities. We’re excited to welcome you to a modern hospital that supports better access, better experience, and better health for Southeast Alaska.
The new Mt. Edgecumbe Medical Center is planned to open early in the summer of 2026. We’ll share exact dates as construction, licensing, and clinical readiness milestones are completed.
What you’ll find at the new MEMC
Designed with patients and families in mind, the new hospital brings expanded access and modern spaces to support your health.
- Emergency Department with dedicated trauma rooms
- Inpatient medical and surgical care
- Imaging and diagnostics (CT, MRI, ultrasound, X-ray)
- Lab and pharmacy services
- Women’s health and family services
- Specialty clinics and visiting specialists
- Rehabilitation and therapy services
- Patient and family amenities, including welcoming waiting areas and improved wayfinding
Patient Travel Information
Traveling to Sitka for care? SEARHC Patient Travel can help with trip coordination and questions about eligibility.
- Assistance with scheduling and logistics
- Guidance on airfare, lodging, and ground transportation
- Support for Medicaid, Medicare, VA, and tribal referral questions
If you require further assistance, please contact Patient Travel at 833.966.8747.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Please join us for a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the new Mt. Edgecumbe Medical Center in Sitka, Alaska.
Thursday, April 23
1–3 p.m.
Mt. Edgecumbe Medical Center Campus
227 Tongass Dr.
Sitka, Alaska
This milestone marks a significant investment in healthcare for Southeast Alaska and reflects decades of partnership with tribal communities, patients, caregivers, and leaders.
We hope you will join us for this important moment in care for our region.
Location and access
Address: 227 Tongass Drive, Sitka, AK
Parking: On-site patient and visitor parking near the main entrance
Transit: Shuttle and public transit options available
Wayfinding: Clear signage, a patient navigator, and wayfinding map will all help you navigate the new building.
FAQs
When will the new hospital open?
First patient day is planned for early summer 2026. We’ll share the opening date as we finalize readiness steps.
Will my clinic or provider change?
Your care team remains the same unless you are contacted with different instructions. Appointments will be transitioned to the new location when appropriate.
Where should I go for urgent care?
Urgent Care Services will be located in the MEMC building on the second floor, in the Ocean wing, following the opening of the new hospital.
How do I arrange travel for an appointment?
Contact SEARHC Patient Travel at 833.966.8747 for help with eligibility and logistics.
Will services expand at the new hospital?
Yes. MEMC adds capacity across emergency, inpatient, diagnostics, and specialty care. A full services list will be posted before opening.
What if I have a life-threatening emergency now?
Call 911 immediately.
