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New Mt. Edgecumbe Medical Center (MEMC) in Sitka

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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 facility will be fully open for the first patient day on June 29, with emergency and inpatient care to move June 27.

Referring Providers: View updated MEMC phone/fax list, effective June 27th.

View Updated Dial Plan

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:

833.966.8747
Five people, including two men holding scissors, cut a white ribbon with green designs in front of a modern glass building entrance.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

We were honored to celebrate the new facility with a ribbon cutting ceremony held on Thursday, April 23, 2026. This milestone marked a significant investment in healthcare for Southeast Alaska, one which reflects decades of partnership with tribal communities, patients, caregivers, and leaders.

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.

Get Directions Facility Map

Frequently Asked Questions