Barlow Respiratory Hospital
About Barlow Hospital
Barlow Hospital is a UCLA Health affiliate staffed by UCLA Health doctors. It specializes in caring for patients who need long-term hospital care.
UCLA Health doctors are on the Barlow main campus, delivering specialized care directly to patients alongside respiratory specialists, clinicians and nurses who are available 24/7. This partnership expands access to care and helps ensure patients receive the highest-quality treatment in the most appropriate clinical setting.
Barlow Hospital has served the Greater Los Angeles community since 1902 and is nationally celebrated for excellence in respiratory care. The hospital developed the TIPS© Protocol for weaning patients from prolonged mechanical ventilation. It has also been recognized by the American Association for Respiratory Care for its distinguished services.
Barlow provides specialized care for the following:
- Blood disorders
- Heart conditions
- Complex respiratory care needs
- Complex wounds
- Infectious diseases
- Kidney disease
- Neurological conditions
- Pre-transplant care
- Post-transplant recovery
Transferring to Barlow Hospital
A transfer to Barlow Hospital means you are moving from a traditional ICU or acute care unit to a hospital that specializes in longer-term recovery, known as a Long-Term Acute Care Hospital (LTACH). Barlow cares for patients who need additional time to come off a ventilator (breathing machine), a process referred to as weaning. They also care for patients who need complex wound care or other advanced medical treatments. UCLA Health doctors care for patients at both UCLA Health and Barlow, helping maintain strong communication and ensuring smooth, continuous care throughout the recovery process.
Patients transferred to Barlow:
- Still need specialized hospital-level treatment
- Receive a personalized care plan
- Start ventilator weaning
- May begin rehabilitation
- Prepare for their next stage of recovery as they improve
After receiving care at an LTACH, including Barlow Hospital, patients may either be transferred to a skilled nursing facility or acute rehabilitation hospital or return home with support.
Locations
Barlow Hospital Main Campus in Los Angeles
2000 Stadium Way
Los Angeles, CA 90026
213-250-4200
Barlow Hospital at Valley Presbyterian (VPH) in Van Nuys
15107 Vanowen St., Floor 3
Van Nuys, CA 91405
818-782-6600
Frequently Asked Questions
Why am I being transferred to Barlow Hospital?
A transfer to Barlow Hospital means you are moving from a traditional ICU or acute care unit to a hospital that specializes in longer-term recovery. Barlow cares for patients who need additional time to come off a ventilator (breathing machine), require complex wound care or need other advanced medical treatments. UCLA Health doctors care for patients at both UCLA Health and Barlow, helping maintain strong communication and ensuring smooth, continuous care throughout the recovery process.
Where is Barlow Hospital located?
Barlow’s main hospital is in Los Angeles, with an additional location inside Valley Presbyterian Hospital in Van Nuys.
Barlow Hospital Main Campus in Los Angeles
2000 Stadium Way
Los Angeles, CA 90026
213-250-4200
Barlow Hospital at Valley Presbyterian (VPH) in Van Nuys
15107 Vanowen St., Floor 3
Van Nuys, CA 91405
818-782-6600
How do I get there?
Your UCLA Health doctor and care team will arrange your transfer. They will work directly with Barlow’s admissions team and guide you through the process.
Who provides care at Barlow Hospital?
UCLA Health doctors work at the Barlow Respiratory Hospital Main Campus in Los Angeles, delivering specialized care directly to patients. They work alongside respiratory specialists, clinicians and registered nurses who are available 24/7.
The team works with you to help you breathe on your own, recover from complex medical conditions and regain strength. The goal is to help you return home or transition to a lower level of care. Your UCLA Health team will remain involved and help coordinate your care to ensure your needs are fully supported.
What can I expect after being transferred to Barlow Hospital?
When you transfer to Barlow, you can expect:
- 24-hour care: A doctor is on-site 24/7. This level of care is higher than a nursing home and standard for a Long-Term Acute Care Hospital (LTACH).
- Access to medical specialists: Your doctor will coordinate your care and will arrange additional services as needed.
- Personalized treatment plans: Each patient receives a custom care plan based on physical, emotional and social needs.
- Family-centered care: Your Barlow care team will share updates on patient progress, involve families in care decisions and support patients who cannot speak for themselves.
- Insurance and discharge planning: Barlow accepts Medicare, Medi-Cal and private insurance. Their team can also help answer insurance questions, plan your next step in recovery and arrange the most appropriate next care setting.
- Goal setting: Barlow is a starting point for recovery, not a permanent stay. Our goal is to help you safely move to the next level of care.
What if I have questions?
If you have questions, talk with your doctor or care team. You can also talk with your assigned case manager.