The first large medical institution you encounter while living in Pasadena is Huntington Hospital.

This hospital is a representative nonprofit community hospital in Pasadena and is widely used by the Korean community.

Founded in 1892, Huntington Hospital is a historic facility and currently operates 619 beds, making it the largest medical institution in Pasadena.

It is located on Fair Oaks Avenue in downtown Pasadena, with the address 100 W. California Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105.

Starting in 2023, Huntington Hospital has partnered with Cedars-Sinai Health System, expanding its brand under the name Huntington Health. This partnership has improved access to specialists by connecting with Cedars-Sinai's medical network.

Huntington Hospital is particularly well-regarded in several key medical fields, including Cardiology, Emergency Medicine, Oncology, Neurology, and Obstetrics & Gynecology.

It has received High Performing ratings in various specialties from U.S. News & World Report hospital rankings. The hospital operates a 24-hour emergency room, serving as a critical facility for emergency medical care for residents of Pasadena and the eastern San Gabriel Valley.

In terms of Korean language support, Huntington Hospital offers interpretation services, considering the large Korean population in the San Gabriel Valley.

If you request Korean interpretation when making a phone or in-person appointment, you can receive language support services. However, since there is not always a Korean-speaking medical staff available, it is advisable to request interpretation support in advance for important consultations or surgical explanations.

Appointments can be made online through the official website (huntingtonhealth.com) or by phone (626-397-5000).

For non-emergency outpatient care, a referral from a Primary Care Physician (PCP) is often required to connect to a specialist, so it is important to secure a primary care physician first. The hospital has various specialty clinics and testing centers, allowing for one-stop processing of blood tests, imaging tests (MRI, CT), and more within the hospital.

Parking is available in the hospital's parking lot, and validated parking tickets provide a certain amount of free parking. Pasadena bus routes also connect to the hospital, making public transportation an option. As the largest hospital frequently used by the Korean community in Pasadena and nearby Arcadia, it is recommended to save the hospital's location and contact information when moving in.