Hurley Medical Center is a 443-bed public, non-profit teaching hospital located at One Hurley Plaza in Flint, Michigan, serving patients across Genesee, Lapeer, and Shiawassee counties. Founded in 1908, Hurley stands as the largest medical center in Genesee County and holds a collection of regional distinctions no other hospital in mid-Michigan can match, including the area’s only Level I Adult Trauma Center, Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Burn Center, and Children’s Emergency Department. More than 20,000 patients choose Hurley for inpatient care each year, and the emergency department manages over 90,000 annual cases.
History and Founding
Hurley Medical Center traces its origins to 1908, when English immigrant and Flint industrialist James J. Hurley donated $55,000 and land to establish a public hospital for the city.
James J. Hurley arrived in Flint without financial resources and built his fortune through sawmills and other business ventures. Motivated by the hardship his wife endured during a serious illness early in his life, he donated the funds and property to create a public hospital accessible to all residents of Flint. Hurley Hospital opened on December 19, 1908, as a 40-bed facility staffed by eight nurses.
Over more than a century of operation, the institution has grown from that original 40-bed hospital into one of Michigan’s most comprehensive regional medical centers, expanding its bed count, specialty programs, and geographic reach while maintaining its mission as a public, non-profit institution committed to the Genesee County community.
Facility Overview
Hurley Medical Center operates as a 443-bed public non-profit hospital and is a verified teaching hospital affiliated with multiple major Michigan universities and health systems.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | One Hurley Plaza, Flint, MI 48503 |
| Phone | (810) 262-9000 |
| Type | Public non-profit teaching hospital |
| Beds | 443 |
| Founded | December 19, 1908 |
| Annual Inpatient Admissions | More than 20,000 |
| Annual ED Visits | More than 90,000 |
| Staff | Approximately 3,000 employees |
| Hours | Open 24 hours, 7 days a week |
Emergency and Trauma Services
Hurley’s Paul F. Reinhart Emergency Trauma Center holds the region’s only Level I Adult Trauma Center designation, the highest level of trauma verification awarded by the American College of Surgeons.
The emergency department handles over 90,000 annual visits and is staffed by emergency physicians provided through a collaboration with University of Michigan Health. The Level I designation reflects Hurley’s capacity to treat the most severe and complex trauma cases 24 hours a day with in-house surgical specialists across every required discipline.
In 2023, Hurley’s trauma unit became the only hospital in the United States to receive the American Association of Critical Care Nurses’ prestigious Golden Beacon Award for its Neuro Trauma Surgical Burn ICU. The unit had previously received the Silver Beacon Award in 2020 before achieving the gold and then golden tier recognition. According to the American College of Surgeons, Level I Trauma Centers must meet demanding criteria including a minimum annual volume of severely injured patients, a full-time trauma program director, and active participation in trauma research.
Hurley also holds Level II Pediatric Trauma Center verification and operates one of only six specialized burn units in Michigan, providing the full continuum of burn care for both children and adults.
Hurley Children’s Hospital
Hurley Children’s Hospital, located within the main medical center, is the region’s only dedicated children’s hospital and provides every major pediatric specialty service unavailable elsewhere in mid-Michigan.
The children’s hospital operates the region’s only Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, verified by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. The Level III NICU designation indicates the highest level of newborn care, equipped to manage the most complex premature and critically ill newborn cases.
Additional pediatric services exclusive to Hurley in the region include the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, the Children’s Emergency Department with a separate entrance and child-specific waiting area, and the Center for Maternal Fetal Medicine. Hurley also operates the region’s only home-based Pediatric Asthma Disease Management Program, which received a national EPA award in 2009 for demonstrated results in reducing hospitalizations and missed school days among children with asthma.
Specialty Services and Programs
Hurley Medical Center offers a broad portfolio of specialty programs spanning cancer care, heart and vascular services, neurology, organ transplant, orthopedics, bariatric surgery, and behavioral health.
| Specialty | Key Programs |
|---|---|
| Emergency and Trauma | Level I Adult Trauma Center, Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Center |
| Pediatrics | Level III NICU, PICU, Children’s ED, Maternal Fetal Medicine, Pediatric Asthma Program |
| Cancer | ACS-verified Community Hospital Comprehensive Cancer Program |
| Heart and Vascular | Hurley Heart Center (Flint and Fenton campuses) |
| Neurology | Certified Primary Stroke Center, Neurological Center (Flint and Fenton) |
| Orthopedics | Blue Distinction Center for Hip and Knee Replacements |
| Bariatric Surgery | ACS Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence, Blue Distinction Center for Bariatric Surgery |
| Organ Transplant | Kidney transplantation program |
| Behavioral Health | Hurley Mental Health Associates |
| Rehabilitation | Physical therapy across four campuses, hand care and sports care clinics |
Accreditations and Verifications
Hurley Medical Center holds accreditation from The Joint Commission and carries verifications from the American College of Surgeons across multiple specialty programs.
Key accreditations and verifications include Joint Commission certification as a Primary Stroke Center, AHA Get With the Guidelines Stroke Gold Plus Seal with Honor Roll Elite and Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll status, and ACS verification as a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence and Community Hospital Comprehensive Cancer Program. The AACN Golden Beacon Award for the Neuro Trauma Surgical Burn ICU represents one of the highest nursing practice distinctions in the United States. According to the American Association of Critical Care Nurses, the Beacon Award program evaluates ICUs against national benchmarks for care quality, staff engagement, and patient outcomes.
Hurley is also a member of America’s Essential Hospitals, the American Hospital Association, and the Michigan Health and Hospital Association, reflecting its role as a safety-net institution serving patients regardless of ability to pay.
Teaching Mission and Academic Affiliations
Hurley Medical Center maintains active academic affiliations with Michigan State University, the University of Michigan, and multiple other Michigan institutions, supporting graduate medical education and research programs across numerous specialties.
The hospital’s graduate medical education program, accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), trains residents and fellows across internal medicine, surgery, emergency medicine, pediatrics, and other disciplines. Emergency medicine at Hurley is staffed in collaboration with University of Michigan Health. Additional affiliations include the University of Michigan-Flint, Children’s Hospital of Michigan, Henry Ford Health System, Mott Community College, University of Michigan School of Dentistry, and the US Military Special Operations Medic training program.
Community Health Programs
Hurley Medical Center operates the Hurley Center for Health Outcomes, a community health initiative addressing the disproportionate burden of chronic disease in Genesee County.
Genesee County ranks among Michigan’s least healthy counties by multiple public health measures. Hurley responds with community-facing programs targeting obesity, diabetes, asthma, hypertension, and smoking. The hospital operates Genesee County’s largest group of diabetes education programs for adults, children, and pregnant women, all staffed by Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialists. A Hurley Community Garden on the hospital grounds expands access to fresh food for patients and community members.
Hurley also participates in the Michigan Trauma Quality Improvement Program, sponsored by Blue Cross and Blue Shield, allowing the trauma center to benchmark performance and share best practices with other trauma centers statewide.
Locations and Outpatient Services
Hurley Medical Center operates a main campus in downtown Flint alongside outpatient clinics, urgent care centers, physical therapy sites, and specialty offices across Genesee County and surrounding communities.
Outpatient locations include urgent care centers at the main Flint campus and in Burton, a virtual urgent care option, physical therapy clinics at four sites, the Hurley Heart Center in Fenton, neurological centers in both Flint and Fenton, and the Hurley Comprehensive Weight Loss Center. Patients can access medical records and schedule appointments through the MyChart patient portal at mychart.hurleymc.com.
For additional hospital profiles serving Michigan and surrounding regions, see the Hendrick Medical Center Abilene and Froedtert Hospital Milwaukee articles for comparison with other major regional trauma and teaching hospitals.
Patient Experience and Visiting Information
Hurley Medical Center operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with patient services including language interpretation, spiritual care, social services, financial assistance, and dedicated child and family life programs.
The hospital offers language services for non-English-speaking patients, spiritual care services, and a dedicated patient relations team. Financial assistance programs are available for uninsured and underinsured patients. The main campus hosts Jazzman’s Cafe for visitors and staff and a gift shop accessible during visiting hours. Newborn photography services are offered to families delivering at Hurley. Transportation assistance and travel and lodging guidance are available for patients traveling from outside the immediate Flint area.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hurley Medical Center?
Hurley Medical Center is a 443-bed public non-profit teaching hospital in Flint, Michigan. Founded in 1908, it is the largest medical center in Genesee County and holds the region’s only Level I Adult Trauma Center designation.
Where is Hurley Medical Center located?
Hurley Medical Center is located at One Hurley Plaza, Flint, MI 48503. The main campus is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The main phone number is (810) 262-9000.
Does Hurley Medical Center have a Level I Trauma Center?
Yes. Hurley’s Paul F. Reinhart Emergency Trauma Center holds Level I Adult Trauma Center verification from the American College of Surgeons, the highest designation possible. It is the only Level I Trauma Center in the region.
What pediatric services does Hurley offer?
Hurley Children’s Hospital provides the region’s only Level III NICU, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Children’s Emergency Department, and Center for Maternal Fetal Medicine. It is the only children’s hospital in mid-Michigan.
Is Hurley Medical Center a teaching hospital?
Yes. Hurley is an ACGME-accredited teaching hospital affiliated with Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, University of Michigan Health, University of Michigan-Flint, and Henry Ford Health System, among others.
What insurance does Hurley Medical Center accept?
Hurley accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and most major insurance plans. Financial assistance programs are available for uninsured or underinsured patients. Contact (810) 262-9000 or visit hurleymc.com for current insurance details.
How do I access my medical records at Hurley Medical Center?
Patients can access medical records through the MyChart patient portal at mychart.hurleymc.com. Requests for paper records can also be submitted through the medical records department at the main campus.
