UW Medicine’s contracts with Aetna for Medicare Advantage and Commercial services expire on May 31, 2025, unless renewed. We have not been able to reach a fair agreement with Aetna that is financially feasible. If an agreement cannot be reached, we will be out of network with Aetna, effective June 1, 2025. Learn more.
Valley Medical Center is the largest nonprofit healthcare provider between Seattle and Tacoma, serving over 600,000 residents. Located in Renton, Washington, VMC offers medical, surgical and 24-hour emergency care as a Level III Trauma Center.
At Valley, we witness the remarkable power of life in everything we do. It's humbling, it's inspiring, and it serves as a constant reminder of why we are here — to care for our community like family.
Valley Medical Center Fact Sheet
Hear from some of Valley's staff and what they have to say about patient care.
Theresa Braungardt, MN, RN, Senior Vice President, Chief Nursing Officer |
Audrey Cambronero, BSN, RN, Registered Nurse |
Teresa Pederson, Telecom Operator |