Gunnison Valley Health

Gunnison Valley Health Hospital, Family Clinic, Mountain Clinic, Campus Clinic, Home Health, Assisted Living, Senior Care That's what we're all about here at Gunnison Valley Health.

Gunnison Valley Health: Excellence in Patient Care

Serving clients with excellence, providing healthcare marked by quality. Our Colorado hospital has been serving patients since 1938. We understand our area and the needs of our patients, and we're committed to delivering truly exemplary service in the area of healthcare. Our hospital is the only community-owned health system in Gunnison County. W

e also serve surrounding communities. Our goal is to provide a broad range of services so that our patients do not need to travel outside of the area for quality care. We provide comprehensive care right here in our community! Some of these services include:
-Cancer care
-Women's health
-Orthopedics
-Pediatrics
-Rehabilitation services
-Surgical services, both inpatient and outpatient
-Senior care services, including a nursing home and assisted living center
-Home care and hospice

Unparalleled Compassion, Values & Service

Here at Gunnison Valley Health, we've developed a care model that exceeds expectations. Our focus on those we serve is unparalleled, and we offer a level of personal service and compassion to our small community that is both rare and invaluable. We believe in the importance of high standards of care. Our values can be summarized by the acronym ICARE: Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our services are award winning and highly recognized. We're a 2014 Avatar Solutions award recipient, included in the Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals in America list for five years in a row. We have also been named a HEALTHSTRONG Hospital by iVantage Health Analytics and are also accredited by the Joint Commission.

For over three decades, Gunnison Valley Health’s Hospice team has stood beside families in their most tender moments—off...
05/30/2026

For over three decades, Gunnison Valley Health’s Hospice team has stood beside families in their most tender moments—offering comfort, dignity, and peace at the end of life. This year, the community is invited to join our 5th annual Celebration of Life event, held on Saturday, June 6, at 10:00 AM at West Tomichi Riverway Park.

If you or a loved one is facing a serious illness or diagnosis, don’t wait. Reach out to our team and learn how hospice can help you find comfort, clarity, and connection.

Visit the link in the comments to learn more about the event and about our Hospice care.

A non-healing wound, whether from trauma, infection or chronic illness can affect more than just your skin. GVH's Aline ...
05/28/2026

A non-healing wound, whether from trauma, infection or chronic illness can affect more than just your skin. GVH's Aline Jatulis-Wight, FNP-C, CWOCN offers comprehensive, individualized wound care for all patients right here in the Gunnison Valley. She is a Certified Wound specialist bringing advanced training and experience to GVH.

You shouldn't have to leave the valley to heal.

Call (970) 641-3927 to schedule an appointment or visit the link in the comments to learn more.

GVH is proud to hold the American Heart Association's 'Get With The Guidelines' Rural Stroke Gold Award. This national r...
05/27/2026

GVH is proud to hold the American Heart Association's 'Get With The Guidelines' Rural Stroke Gold Award. This national recognition highlights our team's commitment to rapid, life-saving stroke care.

May is also Stroke Awareness Month and every second counts during a stroke. You can help save a life by knowing the BE-FAST acronym. If you see these signs, act fast.

👇 Learn more about our Gold Standard stroke care by clicking the link in the comments.

Save the date for this year's community blood draw in Crested Butte. Join us June 10, 11, & 12 at the Crested Butte Fire...
05/22/2026

Save the date for this year's community blood draw in Crested Butte. Join us June 10, 11, & 12 at the Crested Butte Fire Station to get a jump start on your health. Pre-registration is open and highly encouraged.

📍 Crested Butte Fire Station - 300 County Road 317 Crested Butte, CO 81224
📅 June 10-12

✅ Register online or by phone:
🔗 Register online: gunnisonvalleyhealth.org/wellness
📞 Call 1-800-217-5866 (M–F, 9 am–4 pm)

Meet our new Oncologist, Dr. LoRusso. She is board certified in both Hematology and Oncology with over 20 years of exper...
05/21/2026

Meet our new Oncologist, Dr. LoRusso. She is board certified in both Hematology and Oncology with over 20 years of experience. Her career reflects a long-standing commitment to building trusted relationships with patients and delivering thoughtful, evidence-based care close to home. When not in clinic, Dr. LoRusso enjoys hiking and spending time outdoors with her three dogs.

05/20/2026

Living in the Gunnison Valley we soak up more UV rays than most This means sun protection is a year-round priority, not just a summer afterthought. In this reel, our very own dermatologist Dr. Nickolas Poulos breaks down his top 4 tips for keeping your skin healthy and protected.

Treating skin cancer is easier than you think. Schedule a skin check with Dr. Poulos today.

May is Better Hearing and Speech Month, and we want to shine a light on the incredible work of GVH's Speech-Language Pat...
05/19/2026

May is Better Hearing and Speech Month, and we want to shine a light on the incredible work of GVH's Speech-Language Pathologist, Jennifer Kitchen.

She works with children and adults of all ages addressing a wide range of speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing needs. From stroke rehabilitation and Parkinson's therapy to pediatric care, concussion treatment, and so much more, Jennifer is here to help every step of the way.

Call (970) 641-7248 to schedule and appointment.

Last week, the GVH Senior Care Center was full of smiles, laughter, and a whole lot of joy. Wrapping up Nursing Home Wee...
05/18/2026

Last week, the GVH Senior Care Center was full of smiles, laughter, and a whole lot of joy.

Wrapping up Nursing Home Week last Friday, the GVH Senior Care Center went all out and created a day full of fun, games, and connection for the residents who make our Senior Care Center such a special place to be.

Thank you to our amazing team who made it all happen ❤️

Last Friday we marked one full year since going live on Epic’s electronic health records system. This is a massive miles...
05/15/2026

Last Friday we marked one full year since going live on Epic’s electronic health records system. This is a massive milestone made possible by the dedication and hard work of our entire team. Thanks to the generous support of the our entire staff was treated to a well-deserved celebratory lunch.

This transition to EPIC means better, more connected, and more efficient care for every patient we serve in the Gunnison Valley. None of it would have been possible without the dedication and hard work of our entire team.

We are incredibly proud to share that Gunnison Valley Health's Family Medicine Clinic has been recognized as one of the ...
05/14/2026

We are incredibly proud to share that Gunnison Valley Health's Family Medicine Clinic has been recognized as one of the Top 10 Rural Health Care Facilities by the Colorado Rural Health Center.

Our team of providers, caregivers, and staff show up every day with compassion and a dedication to patient-centered care close to home. In a rural mountain community like ours, that commitment is everything.

And most importantly, thank you to the Gunnison valley community that trusts us with their care. You are the reason we do this.

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711 N Taylor Street
Gunnison, CO
81230

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