Eskenazi Health - Northwest Middle School

5525 W. 34th St. Indianapolis IN 46224

Eskenazi Health is a comprehensive healthcare system serving the Indianapolis community through its downtown campus, multiple health centers across Marion County, and specialized facilities like the Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center.
As a safety-net provider committed to whole-person care, Eskenazi Health offers a wide array of services including primary care for adolescents, adults, and pediatrics; specialty care in areas such as cardiology, oncology, neurology, orthopaedics, women's health, and addiction services; emergency and trauma care; surgical interventions; mental health support encompassing crisis intervention, addiction recovery, and residential services; and innovative programs like the Robert & Gina Laikin Pet Therapy Program, Center for Spiritual Care & Education, and the Gregory S.
Fehribach Center for equitable employment opportunities for college students with physical disabilities.
With a philosophy centered on health equity, community benefit, and avoiding overuse of procedures—as recognized by the Lown Institute—Eskenazi Health emphasizes accessible, patient-centered care that integrates physical, behavioral, and spiritual support, enabling residents to actively participate in their health journey via tools like MyChart while fostering long-term recovery and community safety.

What we treat

Treatment & Programs

Levels of Care

Patients accessing care through Eskenazi Health - Northwest Middle School find a solid connection to a comprehensive continuum of support, ranging from outpatient appointments to inpatient residential services. For immediate interventions, the Thota Rao, M.D., & Aruna Rau, M.D., Crisis Intervention Unit operates out of the downtown campus to provide a critical safety net.

Inpatient (Residential) Outpatient

Therapies

Clinical teams integrate specialized physical medicine and rehabilitation interventions into their broader whole-person philosophy. Providers prioritize integrative wellness and palliative care, ensuring an equitable health journey that addresses both physical and spiritual wellbeing.

Palliative Care Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Addictions

As a comprehensive healthcare system, the network addresses substance use through specialized addiction medicine and addiction psychiatry departments. Their approach focuses on treating dependency as a vital component of whole-person health, ensuring residents of Marion County have a reliable safety net for recovery.

Conditions

The mental health professionals here work closely with individuals facing severe psychological distress, including suicidal ideation and deep-rooted clinical addictions. Their crisis specialists are available around the clock alongside the Smith Emergency Department to stabilize patients and guide them toward long-term behavioral management.

Suicidal Ideation

Issues

Beyond acute medical and psychiatric diagnoses, the health system actively addresses broader social determinants and life hurdles. Through external initiatives like The Gregory S. Fehribach Center, they help individuals overcome physical disabilities and employment roadblocks to achieve equitable, long-term success.

Programs

Through its expansive network, Eskenazi Health - Northwest Middle School connects clients to specialized clinical tracks, including targeted adolescent programming and highly inclusive LGBTQ-affirming initiatives. They also utilize the Prevention and Recovery Center to support individuals navigating complex dual diagnosis challenges.

Dual Diagnosis LGBTQ-Affirming Program

On-site

Amenities

Hospital environments across the network feature unique comforts like the Robert & Gina Laikin Pet Therapy Program, where certified therapy dogs—like Balou the Saint Bernard and Cody Bear the Labrador—bring affection directly to patient rooms. For quiet contemplation, individuals and families can also retreat to the Naphtali Isaac Eskenazi Sanctuary.

Coverage

Payment

Consistent with their mission as a community safety-net provider, the organization is committed to maximizing patient access regardless of individual financial barriers. Prospective patients are encouraged to reach out to the billing department directly to verify specific insurance network details and personalized pricing information.

Please contact the facility directly to verify insurance coverage and payment options. Many facilities offer free insurance verification.

Call to Verify Coverage

Eligibility

Who We Serve

Dedicated to health equity and community benefit, the organization operates as an unwavering safety-net provider for all residents of Indianapolis. Their specialized teams provide inclusive care across the lifespan, supporting everyone from pregnant women and growing children to LGBTQ+ individuals, seniors, and youth navigating ongoing childhood conditions.

Additional Services

Preventative and functional healthcare serves as the foundation of their community support, offering primary care, on-site pharmacy services, and routine dental visits. The network also provides comprehensive infectious disease care, including routine STD/HIV testing and PrEP management to protect vulnerable local populations.

Dental ServicesPrimary Care / Physical Health ServicesPharmacy ServicesPsychiatric ServicesInfectious Disease Screening & CareCrisis Stabilization

About

Facility Info

Situated in Indianapolis, Eskenazi Health - Northwest Middle School serves as a vital access point to an expansive nonprofit, hospital-based network. To ensure clear communication and equitable access across the city, they provide extensive translation services and dedicated accommodations for deaf and hearing-impaired visitors.

Credentials

Accreditations

The overarching health system proudly holds multiple 2025 Lown Institute badges, earning distinct recognition for Health Equity, Community Benefit, and Avoiding Overuse. These commendations reflect a deep commitment to providing accessible community care without burdening patients with unnecessary medical procedures.

Eskenazi Health - Northwest Middle School