5-Star Care Close to Home

Island Health is a public hospital district located in the vibrant coastal town of Anacortes, Washington. Our primary care clinics in Anacortes and on Orcas Island serve patients across Skagit, Island and San Juan counties. Our extensive specialty services are rapidly adapting to meet the needs of our community.

As a 5-star rated Medicare facility and one of the top 100 rural hospitals in the United States, you can expect the highest quality of care, where you actively participate in your healthcare planning and goal-setting.

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Why Choose Island Health?

Patients First

The staff at Island Health is transforming the delivery of healthcare by actively developing relationships with patients to place them in the center of their care.

Courageous Care

Courageous care is at the heart of everything we do. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to thrive in life and have access to services that enable them to improve and maintain their health.

Community Driven

Our physicians, nurses and staff choose to live in the community where they work. We are neighbors caring for neighbors, proud to encourage you to understand and learn about your health and wellness.

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Upcoming Classes and Screenings

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17 Dec
Support Groups

Diabetes Support Group

Whether you have Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, our group offers guidance, encouragement, and a sense of belonging to…

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18 Dec
Board of Commissioners

Regular Board Meeting

This meeting is open to the public. If a member of the community wishes to speak during the open part…

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18 Dec
Community Events

Medicare Orientation

Learn about when and how you should enroll for Medicare coverage. Class will include information on enrollment, different coverage options,…

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Stories of Courage

New mother holding newborn smiling while sitting on a beach.

“It was awesome to have someone who was aware of my sensitive situation. Dr. Reem was empathetic, compassionate and reassuring,” ”

— Madison
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Family in a gymnasium holding basketballs and smiling.

“Truly, I don't know another hospital-community connection like the one here in Anacortes.”

— Molly Johnson
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Man in blue and gray flannel shirt sitting at a workbench by a saw in a woodshop.

“The nurses who cared for me were fantastic.”

— Ed Hunter
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Happy senior couple on hiking trail near water.

“I cannot say enough positive things about my experience.”

— Susan McClung, Orthopedics patient
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Mom walks with her kids on a bridge.

“So many things can change with our health between visits. The annual visit fills in key pieces so that when something does happen, the doctor has all the information, even if at the time of the visit, it seemed insignificant.”

— Amanda Jonasen, RN
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