Women's Health & Wellness Institute
From puberty, through childbearing years, during menopause and beyond, the Institute provides comprehensive services tailored to the unique needs of women
Give NowThe Women’s Health & Wellness Institute at Providence Saint John’s Health Center empowers women by offering a full spectrum of care and support throughout various stages of life.
Each patient is partnered with a dedicated patient navigator who provides personalized guidance, advice, and support throughout the health care experience. This enhances the patient’s ability to make informed decisions and achieve optimal health outcomes. In addition, the Women’s Health & Wellness Institute provides access to leading-edge technology and the latest treatments, ensuring that patients receive the most advanced and effective care. These innovative practices and a commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care make the Institute the preferred resource for women on the Los Angeles Westside and beyond.
Ruth A. Sorotzkin, MD
Providence Saint John’s Health Center
Support the Women's Health & Wellness Institute
To learn more about giving opportunities, contact Kim Kowsky, Director of Philanthropy, at kim.kowsky@providence.org or call 310.829.8644.
Your Impact
Philanthropy ensures that the Women’s Health & Wellness Institute continues to drive transformative changes in health care. This will help support critical initiatives and the advancement of clinical trials for innovative therapies and treatments, ultimately leading to health care breakthroughs and improved outcomes for women. Donors are integral to constructing and equipping the Women’s Health & Wellness Institute, as well as recruiting medical personnel and administrators.
Philanthropy empowers the Institute to recruit top-tier talent, spearhead groundbreaking research, and deliver exceptional clinical care. In addition, funding enables the visionary doctors of the Comprehensive Breast Program to train tomorrow’s surgeons in a Breast Surgery Oncology Fellowship program that is transforming care for breast cancer patients nationwide. Fellowships, which are an investment in the future of medicine, raise the standard of care by providing surgeons with an opportunity to elevate their skillset.
News & Stories
When her son arrived six weeks early, author Emily Rosen unexpectedly found herself spending 16 unforgettable days at Saint John’s Irene Dunne Guild Neonatal Care Unit (NICU). What began as a moment of fear quickly became one of profound connection, comfort and hope.
Through the steady presence of compassionate physicians and caregivers, Emily never felt alone—and she knew her premature baby was receiving exceptional care. That deeply moving experience ultimately inspired her heartwarming children’s book, Waiting for Max, a tribute to resilience, love and the healing power of extraordinary care.
Generous gifts from donors and supporters of the Saint John’s Health Center Foundation contributed to the development of the Women’s Health & Wellness Center.
Designed with patient-centered care in mind, the new center is a testament to the power of philanthropy in transforming health care for women. By creating a space that is both advanced and welcoming, it ensures that women in the Providence Saint John's community have access to the highest quality of care. The integration of various specialized services under one roof allows for a seamless and coordinated approach to treatment, enhancing the patient experience and outcomes.
