In early May 2023, the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services announced that LAC+USC Medical Center will now be called “Los Angeles General Medical Center.” The rebranding of the facility and surrounding campus pays tribute to the long history of the medical center while also serving as a clear way for the hospital to resonate with the LA County community. From the Los Angeles General website: “This hub for healthcare services has been renamed to reflect the broad range of services we offer to our diverse communities.” At the same time, the hospital will still offer the same world-class care to LA County. It will also maintain its status as a Level-One trauma center and teaching hospital for the U.S. Navy and physicians.

The rebranding project marks a symbolic and important hallmark in LA County’s efforts to expand and improve the quality of care offered at Los Angeles General. Recently, LA General opened its Restorative Care Village as part of Phase 1 of the medical center’s plans to provide an integrated care environment. Additional information on the Restorative Care Village at LA General can be found in the September 2022 edition of the CP Connections newsletter.

The name change also helps to clear some confusion that LA County residents had regarding the previous name. County Supervisor Hilda Solis stated “For years, I have heard from residents and stakeholders that they wanted to see a name that speaks to the campus’ history, resonates with our residents, and can be easily understood in Spanish and other languages. As the campus moves into the next step of expanding its world-class care by creating supportive housing and a comprehensive continuum of care, Los Angeles General Medical Center will recognize our storied past while also launching us into a very bright future.”