Medical Coverage

Stanford Health Care Alliance
A medical plan designed with a postdoc's unique needs in mind. Access care from a select network of primary and specialty care providers affiliated with Stanford Hospital and Clinics and Lucile Packard Children's Hospital within SHCA's 5 core counties or the larger Aetna Choice POS II Network when accessing care outside these locations.
Additional Program to Support You

Expectant Parent Resources
We are here to support you during this special time in your life and want to make sure you have as much information as possible to guide you in making decisions for you and your growing family.
Learn more about expectant parent resources
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Care
A complete listing of all your mental health options and resources for you and your family
Learn more about your mental health options
Gender Affirming Care
Regardless of identified gender, Aetna standardly covers medically necessary sex-specific covered services, including mental health, hormone therapy, and gender-affirming surgery as part of gender-affirming care
Learn more about gender affirming care