About McGrath Outpatient Pavilion at UC San Diego Health
McGrath Outpatient Pavilion at UC San Diego Health is a modern and clean medical facility located in Hillcrest, making it easier and closer for patients in South San Diego County to access outpatient services that were previously only available at La Jolla. The pavilion features ample, quality seating with electrical plugs, and offers views and clean bathrooms. Parking is more convenient than at the main UCSD Hillcrest Medical Center, with half an hour of free parking and options to pay for additional time, though some find the parking payment process complicated and the signs unclear. The building has helpful staff in the lobby and check-in areas, although their roles are not always labeled, but they are generally friendly and assistive. Patients are encouraged to check in via their phones, which some find challenging and time-consuming. Despite some confusion and the need to navigate the building to find entrances, the facility impresses with its new, modern design and efficient service. Medical staff, including specialists, nurses, and technicians, are highly professional and provide excellent care with minimal wait times. Overall, the pavilion offers a positive healthcare experience with a focus on efficiency, comfort, and accessible outpatient services.
Brand new building, the radiology center is actually in the lower floor, not on ground level. Huge parking structure with around 150 spots available around 1:30pm. Lounges were good but I think it will get busy once it gets more mainstreamed.
Its nice the people are nice, if you're going to be late at all don't show up you will not get in. Parking takes a long time, paying takes a long time, be early, if there is traffic and you will be late cancel and turn around, just go home.
Walking into the building and walking out of the building I was surrounded by such a caring staff who answered all of my questions. The lovely lady helping me check-in, the nurse who took my vitals, the physician who guided me during the procedure, the nurse with aftercare notes and instructions everyone was so kind & patient with me.