About Us

Dedicated to the Work of Health and Healing

Sanford Health is an integrated health system headquartered in the Dakotas. It is the largest rural not-for-profit health care system in the nation with 45 hospitals and 289 clinics in nine states and three countries. With 28,000+ employees, including 1,300+ physicians in more than 80 specialty areas of medicine, Sanford Health is the largest employer in the Dakotas.

Nearly $1 billion in gifts from philanthropist Denny Sanford have allowed for several initiatives, including global children's clinics, genomic medicine and specialized centers researching cures for type 1 diabetes, breast cancer and other diseases.

Sanford Health includes:

  • Medical Centers: 45
  • Clinics: 289
  • Long-term care facilities: 48
  • Employees: 28,000+
  • Physicians: 1,300+ offering expertise in over 80 specialties
  • Centers of Excellence:
    • Cancer
    • Children's
    • Heart
    • Orthopedics/Sports Medicine
    • Women's Health

 

Our Mission, Vision and Values

Our Mission

Dedicated to the work of health and healing.


Our Vision

Improving the human condition through exceptional care, innovation and discovery.


Our Values

Courage
The strength to persevere, use our voices and take action.

Passion
The enthusiasm for patients and work commitment to the organization.

Resolve

The adherence to the systems that align actions to excellence, efficiency and purpose.

Advancement
The pursuit of individual and organizational growth and development.

Family
The connection and commitment we have to each other through it all.

Sanford Health promise to patients and employees

Deliver a flawless experience that inspires.

Sanford Health Culture

Sanford Health is excited to be on a journey of tremendous growth and momentum. With our vast geography, cutting-edge medicine, sophisticated research, advanced education and our own health plan, we are unique in what we do and how we do it. Through relationships built on trust and successful performance and a vision to improve the human condition, Sanford seeks to make a significant impact on health and healing. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, our journey as an organization includes continually building on the diverse talents, experiences and beliefs of our employees, as well as the patients and communities we serve. We are proud to be from the Midwest and to impact the world. We look forward to joining with you in the journey.