Health Care
Top-Notch Health Care Meets Wellness
With proximity to highly esteemed medical resources in D.C. and multitudes of hospitals in the surrounding area, you’re guaranteed to receive high quality medical care here. Top institutions also lead the nation in research and development.
Major advancements in research and development are supported by cutting-edge medical systems within the region, like the prestigious Howard Hughes Medical Institute’s Janelia Farm Research Campus, which invests nearly $100 million each year in advanced biomedical research. In addition, the new state-of-the-art Inova Schar Cancer recently opened in 2019, which uses high-tech cancer treatment options based on patient DNA.
Rankings & Stats
There are 27 hospitals in Northern Virginia
A Hub for Health Care
With 27 major healthcare facilities in Northern Virginia, top-rated medical care is always within reach. Specialized facilities like Inova Children’s Hospital and Inova Schar Cancer Institute offer high quality medical treatment. Find resources for other major medical facilities below:
Driving Innovative Research
Inova Fairfax Department of Medicine is known for excellence in clinical care and medical education, as well as actively fostering an investigative culture. In Loudoun County, the prestigious Howard Hughes Medical Institute’s Janelia Farm Research Campus invests nearly $100 million each year for advanced biomedical research. Loudoun is home to a diverse ecosystem of more than 60 life sciences firms whose work ranges from drug development research to medical device manufacturing. In addition, more than 250 workers at George Washington University’s Virginia Science and Technology Campus conduct research in biology, neurodevelopmental disorders and more.
Keys to a Healthy Lifestyle
Home to dozens of gyms and studios offering yoga, kickboxing, Pilates, spinning and more, Northern Virginia is a hub for health and wellness. Stay on top of your fitness game by hiking or biking at a local park, or join one of many gyms in the greater D.C. area. Popular workout classes are offered throughout Northern Virginia, including CorePower Yoga, OrangeTheory, Pure Barre, SoulCycle and more – so you’ll never have to miss a workout.
Find Your Community
Ready to make your move to Northern Virginia but not sure which community is right for you? Take our quiz to help you decide which neighborhood is best for you and your family.
Cost of Living Calculator
As one of the best places to live near DC, Northern Virginia’s surplus of amenities and ease of access offer high value at a lower cost of living than major metros across the nation.
Meet Our Employers
With a wide variety of jobs across industries ranging from aerospace to health and life sciences, you’ll find your next career move in Northern Virginia.