Carolinas Medical Center

Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center (CMC) is the flagship hospital of Atrium Health, which is distinguished throughout the Southeastern United States for its excellent patient care and medical expertise.

CMC operates at 2 locations: CMC and Atrium Health Mercy. These locations are 1.3 miles apart.

From modest beginnings in 1943, we have evolved into the largest hospital in the region and a world-class facility that offers a full range of services to the Charlotte community and beyond, with more than 1,100 physicians and providers specializing in all areas of medicine.

CMC serves as the region’s only Level 1 trauma center and is an approved transplant center for heart, kidney, pancreas and liver. We also serve as one of North Carolina’s 5 Academic Medical Center Teaching Hospitals, providing residency training for more than 200 physicians in 15 specialties and serve as a regional campus for Wake Forest University School of Medicine, based in Winston-Salem, NC.

Carolinas Medical Center has been named the Best Hospital in the Charlotte region by U.S. News & World Report for 5 years in a row. Also located at CMC is Levine Cancer Institute's academic and research headquarters, Carolinas Rehabilitation, named a Best Hospital for rehabilitation, and Levine Children's Hospital, consistently ranked as a Best Children's Hospital in multiple specialties by U.S. News & World Report.

Contact Information

Medical Services

Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center is committed to providing advanced, personalized medical care to our community so you don't have to travel far for your healthcare needs. Learn more about our medical services.

Lodging and Dining 

Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center has a cafeteria if you need a “fuel” break for yourself, as well as other dining options. If you need to spend the night, we have a handy list of lodging options.

Gifts and Greetings

Our gift shop has all kinds of items if you need a little something to brighten your day or the day of your loved one in the hospital. Learn more.

Spiritual Care and Education

Sometimes we need a little extra support and spiritual comforting that only a chaplain can provide. Learn more.

Visitors Guide

Access a handy list of hospital phone numbers and general information you may need when visiting our hospital.

Volunteering

Are you looking for ways to give? Volunteering at the hospital is a rewarding experience. We couldn’t do without our volunteers. Find out how you can become involved.

Magnet Recognition Program - Site Visit

Carolinas Medical Center was designated as a Magnet organization in 2013 and 2018 by the ANCC Magnet Recognition Program®. This prestigious designation recognizes excellence in nursing services. In April 2023, Carolinas Medical Center is applying for re-designation.

Patients, family members, staff and interested parties who would like to provide comments are encouraged to do so. Anyone may send comments via e-mail and direct mail.

Your comments must be received by the Magnet Program Office by April 8, 2023.

NOTE: All comments are confidential and are not shared with the health care organization. Comments may be anonymous, but they must be sent in writing to the Magnet Program Office.

Address: American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Magnet Recognition Program Office
8515 Georgia Ave., Suite 400
Silver Spring, MD 20910-3492
E-Mail: magnet@ana.org