U.S. News & World Report Rates Natividad a Top Hospital for Maternity Care and Highlights Equity
Natividad has earned the highest distinction in maternity care from U.S. News & World Report. The hospital is recognized as High Performing in Maternity Care 2025 (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) in the publication’s annual Best Hospitals for Maternity Care
Natividad Trauma Center Celebrates a Decade of Lifesaving Care
Natividad Medical Center proudly announces the 10th anniversary of its Level II Trauma Center designation. This milestone underscores the hospital’s unwavering commitment to providing high-quality, lifesaving medical care to the Monterey County
Stop the Bleed Workshop and Blood Drive at Natividad Features Shark Attack Survivor Steve Bruemmer
WHAT: Stop the Bleed workshop led by trauma surgeon Dr. Nicholas Rottler, featuring Natividad trauma patient and shark attack survivor Steve Bruemmer, plus community blood drive. Watch Steve’s story here. WHEN: Sunday, January 26, 2025 Stop the Bleed
The County of Monterey’s Health Department and Natividad Medical Center Reaffirm Commitment to Providing High-Quality Health Care for All
The County of Monterey’s Health Department and Natividad Medical Center are committed to providing high-quality, equitable, compassionate care to all individuals regardless of immigration status. “Immigrants are a vital part of the rich and vibrant
Fresh food, fresh start! Natividad’s Farmers’ Market returns April 2
A new season of fresh flavors, nutritious choices and community wellness begins Wednesday, April 2, as Natividad’s Farmers’ Market continues its mission to provide farm-fresh produce, wholesome prepared foods and valuable health resources for all.
Natividad’s Farmers’ Market Continues Weekly with Live Cooking Demo April 23
Celebrate Spring with Chef James Vergara and His Gluten-Free Turkish Lentil Balls Natividad’s Farmers’ Market launched its new season on April 2, and it’s just getting started! Continuing every Wednesday from 10 am to 2:30 pm through the summer, the
Monterey County hospitals and county entities partner on countywide health assessment and plan
Eight organizations are teaming up to address the major health needs of residents of the Monterey Bay and Salinas Valley regions.The Monterey County Health Needs Collaborative is a partnership that was established in 2022 between Montage Health, Salinas
Natividad Earns an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group for Spring 2025
Natividad Medical Center in Salinas earned an “A” spring 2025 Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. Leapfrog assigns a grade to general hospitals across the country based on
A Remarkable Recovery: A Doctor’s Journey from Trauma Patient to Triumph
Anesthesiologist Dr. John Lubben, a man of many talents, often spends his weekends working on his historic Monterey home. In August of 2023, the 100-year-old adobe had some issues with its tile roof. Not one to shy away from a challenge, Dr. Lubben, then 63,
Natividad Honors National Trauma Survivors Day and a Decade of Lifesaving Trauma Care
May 21 is National Trauma Survivors Day, a celebration of resilience that carries special meaning as the hospital marks the 10th anniversary of its Level II Trauma Center designation. The day highlights the strength, courage and hope shown by trauma survivors











