Alameda Health System
Urgent Care • Alameda, CA • 3 (Highland Hospital, San Leandro Hospital, Alameda Hospital) locations
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Last gathered July 10, 2026. How our information is sourced · Report incorrect information
About
Emergency Care - Alameda Health System Alameda Alameda Health System (AHS) is a nonprofit, patient- and family-centered health system serving the East Bay since 1864. It operates trauma and acute care facilities, including a regional trauma center and teaching hospital, with ongoing service expansion and community health programs. - Key facilities: Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus (regional trauma center and teaching hospital), John George Psychiatric Hospital, Fairmont Hospital (acute rehab and skilled nursing), San Leandro Hospital, Alameda Hospital, St. Rose Hospital (affiliated), and four neighborhood Wellness Centers in Oakland, Newark, and Hayward. - Emergency and trauma care: AHS emphasizes trauma care and emergency services across its facilities, with a focus on improving patient experiences and outcomes. - Locations: Main offices and hospitals in Oakland and Alameda, CA, including 1411 E 31st St, Oakland CA 94602; 350 Frank H. Ogawa Plz Ste 900, Oakland CA 94612; Alameda, CA. - Notable activity: Ongoing partnerships and affiliations to enhance emergency and acute care capabilities; recent coverage includes inpatient and ED treatment, hospital affiliations, and community health initiatives. Rose, etc.).
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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FAQs
What is Urgent Care Clinic and when should I use it?
If you need treatment right away but it’s not a serious emergency, you can visit our Urgent Care Clinic.
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Photos published by Alameda Health System showing the urgent care practice in Alameda, CA.
What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Yelp: Average (varies by source, generally 3 out of 5 stars) (195 reviews (Yelp))
Patients praise
- Some patients report clean rooms and facilities
- Some positive feedback for individual doctors' communication and empathy
- A significant portion of patients express willingness to recommend the hospital
Common complaints
- Long wait times in the emergency department
- Poor communication from nursing and medical staff
- Slow response times to patient call lights or requests for assistance
- Billing disputes and concerns over costs
- Perceived lack of empathy or unprofessional behavior from staff
"I went to the ER a couple months ago for a medical emergency. I was in extreme discomfort and they had me wait for 5 hours with no access to a bed or a doctor."
- Apple Maps Review"The Emergency Room is a scam - avoid this place at all costs unless you want to be thousands of dollars in debt."
- OpenGovUK/Google Review"Overall, we had a positive experience and would recommend Alameda Hospital for labs or emergency care needs."
- Yelp ReviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 - sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- I spy the back of your eye: New retina cameras come to AHS emergency departments - Alameda Health System - Mar 18, 2026
- Healing continues at home with REACH - Alameda Health System - Apr 15, 2026
- Alameda Hospital Earns Top Rating From National Patient Safety Group - May 7, 2026
- Healthy Alameda: How to Navigate New Medicaid Rules in 2026 - Dec 9, 2025
- Alameda Health System recognized for BETA HEART® - Oct 1, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
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