About Us
About SMC Health

Learn more about San Mateo County Health.
About Us
Leadership
The Health Executive Council includes San Mateo County Health’s chief, deputy chief, health officer and other division and team leaders.
SMC Events
Stay informed on upcoming events from San Mateo County Health.
Health Coverage Unit
Learn how San Mateo County Health’s Health Coverage Unit can help you apply for Medi-Cal, get enrollment assistance and find low-cost health care options.
Contact SMC Health
Find key phone numbers, department contacts and media inquiries at San Mateo County Health.
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Find Services

Find health services, programs and resources we offer. Get connected to care, support and information that can help you and your family stay healthy.
SMC Health Services
Health Care, Wellness and Support

Medical Services

Family, Child & Maternal Health

Prevention & Healthy Living

Behavioral Health & Substance Use

Crisis Response & Community Wellness

Adult Services, Protection & Public Authority

Mobile & Field-Based Care Delivery

Health Coverage Enrollment
Public Health, Preparedness and Community Systems

Communicable Disease & Public Health Clinical Programs

Public Health Infrastructure, Analytics & Records

Health Equity, Policy, Planning & Community Initiatives

Workforce, Education & Training

Emergency Preparedness & Medical Response Systems

EMS System (Policies, Protocols & Administration)
Environmental Health, Safety and Permits

Environmental Health: Permits and Business Services

Food Safety & Food Business Permitting

Housing Programs & Housing Compliance Resources

Animal Services (Licensing, Rabies & Community Safety)

Waste, Recycling & Safe Disposal

Water Protection, Land Use & Onsite Systems

Pollution Prevention & Community Programs
Divisions
SMC Health Divisions

Through our divisions’ work, we protect San Mateo County by reducing environmental health risks, preventing disease, and promoting the physical and mental well-being of our entire community.
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Aging & Disability Services
Protection, support and advocacy for older adults and persons with disabilities.
Emergency Medical Services
Regulatory oversight of public and private emergency medical services.
Public Health, Policy & Planning
Protects the health of everyone in San Mateo County.
Behavioral Health & Recovery Services
Provides mental health and substance use services.
Environmental Health Services
Environmental Health Services is the local authority on environmental health and safety policy and enforcement.
Correctional Health Services
Provides integrated medical, dental, mental health and chemical dependency treatment to the incarcerated adult population.
Family Health Services
Focuses on early intervention with San Mateo County parents and children who are low-income and have faced health inequities
San Mateo Medical Center
San Mateo Medical Center

We are a public hospital and clinic system that serves all San Mateo County residents by providing accessible, high-quality care with a focus on prevention and community partnership.
San Mateo Medical Center
MyChart
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Primary Care Services
We offer comprehensive preventative care, diagnostics and treatment for adults.
Women’s Health Services
We provide comprehensive care for women's reproductive, hormonal and general health across all life stages.
Surgical and Specialty Care Services
We have expertise in specialized medical care.
Dental Care Services
We provide care for teeth and gum conditions.
Ancillary Services
We provide other services including rehabilitation, lab, imaging and therapy.
Emergency Services
Available 24/7, we provide Immediate medical care for urgent, life-threatening conditions and injuries.
Hospital Services
We provide full hospital care and comfort, including pain and symptom relief for serious illnesses.
Health Coverage Enrollment
Learn how San Mateo County Health’s Health Coverage Unit can help you apply for Medi-Cal, get enrollment assistance and find low-cost health care options.
Boards, Commissions & Partnerships
Boards, Commissions & Partnerships

San Mateo County Health partners with community members through boards, commissions and initiatives that guide programs, shape policies and promote equity
Boards and Commissions
African American Community Initiative (AACI) Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Behavioral Health Commission Chinese Health Initiative Commission on Aging Commission on Disabilities Diversity & Equity Council (DEC) Emergency Medical Care Committee (EMCC) Filipino Mental Health Initiative (FMHI)
Healthcare for the Homeless/Farmworker Health Hospital Board Housing Operation and Policy Committee Latino/a/x Collaborative Mental Health Services Act Steering Committee Native and Indigenous Peoples Initiative (NIPI) New Beginning Coalition (NBC) Overdose Prevention Coalition
Pacific Islander Initiative (PII) PRIDE Initiative Public Authority Advisory Committee (PAAC) Quality Improvement Committee San Mateo County Oral Health Coalition Spirituality Initiative STD/HIV Community Board Suicide Prevention Committee Tobacco Education Coalition (TEC)

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Pollution Prevention & Community Programs

Environmental Health Services

Coastal Cleanup Day

Join San Mateo County’s largest volunteer event each September to remove litter from beaches, parks and neighborhoods, helping protect our local environment.

Neighborhood Cleanups

Information about community cleanup events, including how to participate, organize a cleanup and help keep neighborhoods and public spaces clean in San Mateo County.

Cigarette Butt Litter Reduction Program

Join efforts to reduce cigarette litter through cleanups, free pocket ashtrays, business partnerships and community education.

Shellfish Safety

Information on health advisories, seasonal warnings and safe consumption guidelines for shellfish, including updates on biotoxin risks and when it is unsafe to eat locally harvested shellfish in San Mateo County.

Fish Smart Program

Guidelines and resources to help residents choose fish that are safe to eat, including information on contaminants, recommended serving amounts and updates from the Fish Smart Program.

School Share Table Program

Information on how schools can reduce food waste and support students by safely sharing unopened, uneaten cafeteria food, including guidance, training and how to start a share table program.

Edible Food Recovery Program

Information for businesses, schools and organizations on how to safely recover and donate surplus food, including guidance, requirements and resources to reduce food waste and support the community.

Healthy Nail Salon Program

Learn how nail salons in San Mateo County can earn recognition by meeting high standards in sanitation, worker safety and environmental health.

ReFuel Your Fun Program

Information on how to switch from single-use to reusable propane cylinders, including safety guidance, environmental benefits and locations to refill, exchange or properly dispose of cylinders in San Mateo County.

Household Hazardous Waste Education Program

Educational resources and presentations for middle and high school students that explain how to identify, reduce and safely dispose of household hazardous waste to protect health and the environment.