Northeastern New York's Only Academic Medical Center
Albany Med is the centerpiece of medicine, research and medical education in our region and one of the area's largest private employers.
It incorporates the 766-bed Albany Medical Center Hospital, which offers the widest range of medical and surgical services in the region, and Albany Medical College, which trains the next generation of doctors, scientists and other healthcare professionals, and which also includes a biomedical research enterprise and the region’s largest physicians practice with 500 doctors. Albany Med works with dozens of community partners to improve the region’s health and quality of life.
Albany Med is affiliated with Columbia Memorial Health, Saratoga Hospital and Glens Falls Hospital to provide the largest locally governed health system in the region. Combined, these four hospitals offer 1,520 beds, more than 800 physicians and 125 outpatient locations throughout the Capital Region. (Learn more).
Albany Med is like no other health care provider in our region, providing our community with the highest level of patient care across disciplines, while receiving regional, national and international recognition for high standards in patient care, education and biomedical research.
Our Mission
We are committed to improving health by attaining the highest standard of quality in care delivery, education, and research initiatives.
Our Vision
As an academic medical system, we will deliver the best possible experience for all patients wherever we interact with them. We will foster teaching, learning and discovery, fiscal responsibility, and adaptability to change.
Our Values
Excellence and continuous improvement
Integrity in every decision we make
Compassion and respect for the dignity of every person
A diverse, inclusive and welcoming environment
Collaboration throughout our organization
Responsiveness to the people of our communities
