In Delaware, access to healthcare and wellness resources help you stay healthy and enjoy life.
Taking Good Care in Delaware
The First State prioritizes the health and well-being of its residents. Delaware’s nationally ranked hospitals, community health centers, and abundance of recreational activities support a balanced lifestyle.
Delaware’s small-state geography changes how healthcare works here. Residents throughout the state have many options for accessing healthcare, often within an hour’s drive. The more convenient the care, the easier it is to stay healthy and spend time on the things you love: a summer afternoon in Rehoboth or Lewes, a fall weekend at the Apple Scrapple Festival in Bridgeville, or a slow walk on one of the state’s splendid state parks. Great healthcare and an excellent quality of life tend go together, and it’s easier to relax and enjoy when both are within reach.
Delaware’s commitment to care starts young. Through the School-Based Health Center program, nearly every public high school in the state offers on-site medical, mental health, and preventive care staffed by qualified providers, at no cost to families regardless of insurance status.
Healthy Communities, Top Notch Care, Work-Life Balance
#1 STATE FOR HOSPITAL QUALITY
(US News and World Report 2025)
#5 STATE FOR HEALTH CARE QUALITY
(US News and World Report 2025)
#10 STATE FOR HEALTH CARE ACCESS
(US News and World Report 2025)
5th LOWEST PERSONAL TAX BURDEN
(WalletHub 2026)
5th HIGHEST CONCERNTRATION OF PHDS IN HEALTH, SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(National Science Foundation 2025)
CHRISTIANACARE NAMED TO NEWSWEEK’S WORLD’S BEST HOSPITALS
(Newsweek 2026)
Some of the most respected and forward-thinking healthcare organizations in the nation can be found in Delaware. The next generation of great care providers are training within residency and fellowship programs throughout the state. We are leading the way in improving population health through Healthy Communities Delaware initiatives. We empower providers to transform their practices by integrating coordinated behavioral health teams into primary care practices.
In 2028, Delaware is getting its first-ever four-year medical school. Governor Matt Meyer announced a partnership with Thomas Jefferson University to open a regional campus of Sidney Kimmel Medical College — pre-clinical coursework will be based at the University of Delaware in Newark, with clinical training placed in healthcare systems across Kent and Sussex counties. The first cohort of up to 40 students will have a tuition-free pathway for those who commit to practicing in rural Delaware after graduation.
Make an Impact on Healthcare in Delaware
Practicing medicine in Delaware is more exciting and rewarding than ever. Healthcare professionals are working throughout Delaware to transform healthcare. Together, we are leading the nation in care innovation, patient and provider satisfaction, and outcomes.
Click on the video to listen to Dr. Tam’s Delaware experience.
Diversity and Inclusion in Delaware
Delaware healthcare employers recognize the importance and value of a diverse workforce. Differing points of view, multicultural and international perspectives, fair minority representation, gender equality, and respect for LGBTQ employees all contribute to a stronger healthcare industry that is stronger, more responsive, and equitable to everyone we serve. We invite you to bring your unique skills and perspectives to Delaware.
If you are a healthcare professional, there is no more welcoming place to put your skills and expertise into practice than Delaware. Our career opportunities are ever-growing. Explore them and find your future here.
