April 10 '25•Cade Story-Yetto•partnerships

West Valley-Mission Partners with Sutter Health

WVM and Sutter Health logos

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

Saratoga, California - The West Valley-Mission Community College District has finalized a 75-year ground lease with Sutter Health to establish a flagship healthcare facility adjacent to Mission College. This new facility, called the Sutter West Santa Clara Campus, is part of Sutter Health’s $800 million investment in its Bay Area healthcare footprint.

“This partnership represents a bold step forward for our district and community,” said WVMCCD Chancellor Bradley Davis. “Integrating this premier healthcare facility into our academic environment will provide students with hands-on clinical experience while meeting the region’s growing need for skilled healthcare professionals.”
The Sutter West Santa Clara Campus will transform a five-building office site adjacent to Mission College into a regional healthcare destination. Spanning 700,000 square feet, the campus will feature centers of excellence in orthopedics and sports medicine, cancer care, women’s health, and heart and vascular care. Patients will also have access to advanced diagnostic imaging, lab services, and other specialized care beginning in 2027.
 
The new facility will allow West Valley-Mission to partner with Sutter to accelerate its healthcare-related workforce development programs, which today include an associate degree in nursing, programs for certified nursing assistants, licensed vocational nurses and registered nurses, and a new bachelor’s degree in emergency services administration.
 
“Our goal is to address the healthcare needs of the region and tackle the challenges patients face when trying to get appointments and referrals by advancing a seamless and integrated care experience, attracting more primary and specialty care physicians to the area,” said Sutter Health CEO Warner Thomas. “We are also investing in programs and educational partnerships with West Valley-Mission to build the healthcare workforce of the future.”
The Sutter West Santa Clara Campus will integrate cutting-edge technologies, including AI, telemedicine, and remote patient management. Adjacent to the Sutter facility, West Valley-Mission’s planned 70,000-square-foot STEM Center will provide students with hands-on training in these same advanced technologies, creating a seamless pipeline for internships, specialized training, and career readiness.

“This agreement strengthens the future of our district by creating a stable revenue stream and allowing us to continue supporting our most in-need students,” said Chancellor Davis. “It exemplifies our district’s commitment to fostering innovation that serves both our students and the broader community.”
This transformative partnership underscores West Valley-Mission and Sutter Health’s shared mission to serve Silicon Valley’s growing education and healthcare needs. Together, they are positioning the region as a leader in innovative healthcare and workforce development.
Sutter Health and WVM map

About the West Valley-Mission Community College District

Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, the West Valley-Mission Community College District serves more than 17,000 students through its two colleges: West Valley College in Saratoga and Mission College in Santa Clara.

The District is dedicated to fostering innovative programs, equitable opportunities, and student-centered support services that empower individuals to reach their educational and career goals. For more information, visit www.wvm.edu.

Media Contact

Cade Story-Yetto, Chief of Staff
West Valley-Mission Community College District
[email protected]