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The Highest Level of Stroke Care in the Region

Every minute counts when a stroke occurs, so it’s critical to get the right care as quickly as possible. Doctors Medical Center offers the highest level of stroke care in the area between Sacramento, the Bay and down to Los Angeles. We are one of only 27 Comprehensive Stroke Centers in California, and the only one in the Central Valley.

Our experienced team provides quality care for the most complex stroke cases, with dedicated units for critical and in-patient neurological treatment. DMC’s stroke care is recognized nationally by The American Heart Association for Stroke Gold Plus, Target Stroke Elite, the Target Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll, and as High Performing by US News & World Report.

Doctors Medical Center is also a Level II Trauma Center and Heart Attack Receiving Center, providing advanced care when you and your loved ones need it most.

Learn more about stroke care at our Comprehensive Stroke Center.

About Doctors Medical Center

Doctors Medical Center Modesto is a full-service, comprehensive health care facility, dedicated to providing the finest medical care for the community. From preventative and diagnostic services, to expertise in some of the world's leading technologies, DMC's multidisciplinary team of physicians and healthcare professionals is dedicated to your good health and well-being. Recognized for innovative cardiac and neonatal intensive care to advanced stroke and trauma treatment, the outstanding doctors at DMC represent most major medical specialties and are committed to being there for you, when you need them most.

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News & Announcements

Doctors Medical Center Names Johann Ramirez Chief Strategy Officer

Aug 28, 2023

Johann Ramirez has been appointed as Chief Strategy Officer of Doctors Medical Center and Central Valley Doctors Health System, effective August 14, 2023.

As Chief Strategy Officer, Ramirez will focus on the growth and development of our network of services to ensure we are meeting the needs of the communities we serve and providing convenient access to high-quality care close to home.

Ramirez joins us with diverse healthcare leadership experience, most recently at Adventist Health North Coast Network in Ukiah, California, where he served as Administrative Director of Strategy & Business Development. In this role, he served as an executive leader for strategy, business development, marketing and communications for four hospitals and clinics in Butte, Lake, Mendocino, and Tehama Counties. Before Adventist Health, he served in finance for Asante Physician Partners in Medford, Oregon, and value analysis for the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston.

Ramirez earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Management from La Sierra University in Riverside, California, and his MBA degree in Healthcare Administration from Loma Linda University in Loma Linda, California. He is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives and Fellow of the Healthcare Financial Management Association.