Your Scottsdale patient travel guide
Come to Scottsdale. Let Us Make the Journey Feel Simpler.
A medical trip brings enough questions. This one-page guide helps you plan the practical details—and make room to enjoy the warmth, beauty and calm of the Sonoran Desert while you are here.
Becoming a Sunridge patient
Four Clear Steps From Your First Call to Ongoing Care
Our Patient Care Team helps organize the process, explain what information is useful and coordinate the practical details around your consultation and treatment schedule.
Contact the Care Team
Call or use the form below to share your diagnosis, current concerns and questions. We will explain the intake process and help schedule the appropriate consultation.
Prepare for Your Appointment
Complete the secure intake form and gather your medication list, laboratory results, imaging and relevant medical records. The team will confirm timing and current consultation details.
Meet With Your Physician
Your physician reviews the medical picture, discusses additional testing when appropriate and develops individualized recommendations and a proposed care schedule.
Begin Care and Follow Up
The Patient Care Team coordinates treatment days and travel needs. Physician follow-up and monitoring are scheduled according to your individual plan.
Start with the care schedule
Plan the medical visit first. Build the Scottsdale stay around it.
Before booking nonrefundable travel, speak with the Sunridge Patient Care Team about the expected appointment schedule and possible length of stay. Once those details are clearer, lodging, transportation and daily routines become much easier to organize.
Call Sunridge
Discuss timing, records, treatment days and travel needs.
Choose your stay
Compare kitchens, laundry, accessibility, cancellation terms and distance.
Plan a gentle rhythm
Leave space for rest, meals, transportation and activities that fit your energy.
A confident beginning
Prepare for your Sunridge visit
Start with the items that reduce uncertainty. Your Patient Care Team can help clarify what is needed before you commit to flights or lodging.
Sunridge Medical
Clinic location
14200 N. Northsight Blvd., Suite 160
Scottsdale, Arizona 85260
Confirm your appointment time and arrival instructions with the clinic before traveling.
Open directionsBefore you book
Questions to ask the Patient Care Team
- How many clinic days should I plan for?
- Should I arrive a day early or remain nearby afterward?
- What records, imaging or laboratory results are needed?
- Would a support person be helpful for this visit?
- Are there mobility, dietary or scheduling details the clinic should know?
What to bring
A practical packing list
- Photo identification and requested forms
- Current medication and supplement list
- Relevant records or imaging requested by Sunridge
- Comfortable layers and supportive shoes
- Refillable water bottle and sun protection
- Contact information for your local physicians and support person
Make the stay easier
Plan for comfort and flexibility
- Choose refundable or changeable reservations when possible.
- Ask hotels about elevators, accessible rooms and quiet-room placement.
- Consider a room with a kitchen and laundry for a longer stay.
- Keep treatment days lightly scheduled.
- Save the clinic, hotel and transportation numbers in your phone.
Airports and ground transportation
Getting to North Scottsdale
Phoenix Sky Harbor is usually the most convenient major commercial airport for Scottsdale. Phoenix–Mesa Gateway can be useful for some routes but is farther southeast, so compare the full trip—not only the airfare.
Primary airport
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
PHX offers rental cars, rideshare pickup, taxis, shuttles, public transportation connections and accessible travel services. Drive time to Sunridge varies with traffic and time of day.
View official transportation optionsAlternative airport
Phoenix–Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
AZA may offer a convenient nonstop flight from some cities. Because it is farther from North Scottsdale, review rental-car, taxi or prearranged shuttle costs before booking.
View official transportation optionsGetting around
Choose the option that fits your schedule
- Rideshare or taxi: convenient when most trips are between the clinic and hotel.
- Rental car: helpful for longer stays, groceries and exploring Scottsdale.
- Hotel transportation: ask whether any local shuttle is offered and whether advance reservations are required.
- Support person: consider having someone else drive on treatment days.
Accessibility
Arrange assistance before departure
Request airline or airport mobility assistance in advance. Confirm accessible vehicle availability directly with the transportation provider and accessible-room features directly with the hotel.
Explore Scottsdale accessibility resourcesA comfortable home base
Extended-stay options near Sunridge
These properties are included because their current official listings show features that can be useful during a medical stay. Availability, rates, amenities and policies can change. Ask Sunridge and the hotel whether a current patient or extended-stay rate is available.
Suite-style stay
Sonesta Simply Suites Phoenix Scottsdale
10740 N. 90th Street
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
480-551-1100
Official listing notes fully equipped kitchens, onsite laundry and accessibility assistance by request.
Check current detailsLonger stays
Extended Stay America Select Suites – Scottsdale North
15501 N. Scottsdale Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
480-607-3767
Official listing notes full kitchens, onsite guest laundry and weekly or monthly stay options.
Check current detailsBreakfast included
Residence Inn Scottsdale North
17011 N. Scottsdale Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
480-563-4120
Official listing notes in-room kitchens, breakfast, onsite laundry and accessible-room information.
Check current detailsAlso consider
Furnished homes and vacation rentals
A private home can offer extra space, a full kitchen and a quieter routine. Compare cancellation terms, stairs, accessibility, cleaning fees, parking and the actual drive to Sunridge.
Booking checklist
Ask before reserving
- What is the complete price, including taxes and fees?
- Can dates be changed if the care schedule changes?
- Is there a kitchen, refrigerator and laundry?
- Is the room accessible and close to an elevator?
- How often is housekeeping provided?
- Is parking included?
Daily routines made easier
Groceries, simple meals and nearby dining
A kitchen or refrigerator can make a longer stay feel more manageable. Confirm any treatment-related dietary instructions with your clinical team before changing what you eat.
Groceries
Whole Foods Market – Scottsdale
7111 E. Mayo Boulevard
Phoenix, AZ 85054
480-515-3777
Groceries, prepared foods, delivery and pickup options are listed on the official store page.
View store detailsGroceries
Trader Joe’s – North Scottsdale
7555 E. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
480-367-8920
A neighborhood grocery option for everyday basics, produce and prepared items.
View store detailsNearby dining
True Food Kitchen – Scottsdale Quarter
15191 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 101
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
480-265-4500
The current menu identifies vegetarian, vegan and gluten-friendly choices. Ask the restaurant directly about ingredients and cross-contact.
View current menu and hoursNearby dining
Flower Child – 90th Street
10460 N. 90th Street
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
480-240-4400
Bowls, salads and customizable choices are available. Confirm current hours and dietary questions directly.
View current detailsMore than an appointment
Let Scottsdale be part of the experience
Scottsdale offers quiet desert views, architecture, museums, gardens, dining and walkable districts. Choose activities that fit your energy and follow your medical team’s advice about heat, sun exposure, crowds and physical activity.
Scenic and flexible
Old Town Scottsdale
Browse galleries, shops, restaurants and public art at your own pace. Plan shorter visits and identify nearby parking or drop-off locations.
Explore Old TownDesert beauty
Desert Botanical Garden
Experience Sonoran Desert plants and changing seasonal programs. Check hours, tickets, accessibility and weather before visiting.
Plan a garden visitArchitecture
Taliesin West
Frank Lloyd Wright’s desert home and studio offers guided and audio tour experiences. Review tour length and accessibility before booking.
Explore Taliesin WestIndoor and climate-controlled
Musical Instrument Museum
A spacious indoor museum with music and instruments from around the world—useful when the weather calls for an indoor day.
Plan a museum visitOutdoor option
McDowell Sonoran Preserve
The preserve is free and open sunrise to sunset, but desert heat can be dangerous. Check official alerts and choose a route appropriate for your health and abilities.
Check preserve conditionsOfficial planning help
Experience Scottsdale
Find current maps, seasonal ideas, accessible travel information, events and the official Scottsdale Visitor Guide.
Open the visitor guideWhat the seasons feel like
Pack for the desert, not just the forecast
Common planning questions
Travel to Sunridge FAQs
These general answers are a starting point. Your care schedule and health needs should guide the final plan.
How long should I plan to stay in Scottsdale?
The length of stay depends on the consultation, treatment plan and your individual situation. Ask the Patient Care Team before purchasing nonrefundable airfare or lodging.
Which airport should I use?
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) is generally the most convenient major airport for Scottsdale. Phoenix–Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) may work for some nonstop routes but requires a longer ground trip to North Scottsdale.
Do I need to rent a car?
Not always. Rideshare or taxi service may be practical if you stay near the clinic and expect limited outings. A rental car can be useful for longer stays, grocery trips or exploring the area. Consider whether someone else should drive on treatment days.
Do nearby hotels offer a Sunridge patient rate?
Rates and agreements change. Ask the Sunridge Patient Care Team and contact the property directly to confirm any current patient, medical or extended-stay rate before booking.
Can a family member or caregiver come with me?
Many patients prefer to travel with a support person. Ask Sunridge what is appropriate for appointments, then confirm hotel occupancy and transportation arrangements.
What if I need accessible transportation or lodging?
Tell Sunridge about mobility needs, request airport or airline assistance in advance and confirm specific room features directly with the hotel. Experience Scottsdale also maintains an accessible-travel resource page.
Is Scottsdale comfortable to visit during summer?
Scottsdale remains active year-round, but summer heat is serious. Plan climate-controlled transportation and indoor activities, limit midday exposure, carry water and follow your medical team’s advice about heat, hydration and activity.
We are ready when you are
Let us help you plan the first step.
You do not need to solve every travel detail before calling. Tell the Patient Care Team where you are coming from, what you know about your schedule and what would make the visit easier.
Travel information reviewed August 2026. Always confirm current hours, rates, availability and policies directly with each provider.
Ready to begin?
Speak With Our Patient Care Team
Tell us where you are in your health journey. We can explain the intake process, useful medical records, consultation timing and the next step for planning care in Scottsdale.
Take the First Step Toward Becoming a Sunridge Patient
You do not need to have every record organized before contacting us. Tell us what you are facing and our Patient Care Team will explain the process, practical considerations and what information is most helpful.
- Questions are welcome before you make a commitment
- Travel, scheduling and records can be discussed together
- Call now for an immediate response from our Patient Care Team
Speak With Our Patient Care Team
Tell us what brings you to Sunridge and the best way to reach you. We will follow up personally.
- Questions are welcome before you make a commitment
- Travel, scheduling and records can be discussed together
- Questions before scheduling are always welcome
