AdventHealth Avista

AdventHealth Avista offers comprehensive medical, emergency, and Level III trauma care for the entire family. Originally opening in 1895 as the Boulder Sanitarium, the hospital grew with the community and reopened as the hospital it is known as today in 1990 in the city of Louisville. AdventHealth Avista is a leading provider of maternity service in the region and is home to one of the area’s largest Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Units which is equipped with a Level II NICU ICU. Other distinctive services include Emergency & Critical Care, Spine, Orthopedics, GI, Heart & Vascular, and Women’s Care. AdventHealth Avista has most notably been awarded with a CMS 5-Star designation for quality care and the Leapfrog Top Hospital Award for Quality and Safety among several other accreditations and accolades.

Louisville, Colorado, is a welcoming, family-friendly community that seamlessly blends small-town charm with modern amenities—making it an ideal place for young professionals and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Celebrated for its exceptional quality of life, Louisville has earned national recognition, including being named one of the "Best Places to Live" by Money Magazine and one of the "Safest Places to Live" by Elite Personal Finance. Nestled in scenic Boulder County, the city boasts over 1,700 acres of open space and 26 well-maintained parks, offering abundant opportunities for hiking, biking, and outdoor recreation. Its highly rated schools, low crime rates, and community-focused events—such as the lively Street Faire and weekend Farmers Market—create a safe, enriching environment for families. With a robust local economy supported by industries like tech and healthcare, and easy access to nearby mountains and nature trails, Louisville strikes the perfect balance between active living and suburban comfort, making it a top choice for families seeking to thrive.

• ED Volume: 10,000

• Trauma Designation: Level III
• ED beds: 14
• ED Admission Rate: 19%
• EMR: Epic
• Imaging services include X-ray, CT scan, MRI, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, Interventional Radiology
• Bedside ultrasound
• ED point-of-care testing
• Documentation system using voice-activated templates and voice recognition software
• Emergency Physicians do not write admitting orders
• Excellent nursing staff
• 24/7 Cath Lab, IR, MRI capabilities