The Health and Hospital is a municipal corporation established in 1951 to serve the Indianapolis community. Its operations span public health, healthcare, emergency medical services, and long-term care. The system serves over a million patients annually across its network.
The organization operates through several distinct entities, including the Marion County Public Health Department, Eskenazi Health, the Eskenazi Health Foundation, Indianapolis EMS, and long-term care facilities. Its work is concentrated in Indianapolis and the broader Marion County area.
The Health and Hospital adheres to C.L.E.A.R. values: Community, Leadership, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Its stated mission focuses on promoting and protecting community health and providing care to underserved populations, with a vision for Indianapolis to become the healthiest large city in America by 2030.
