Hospital uses valets to cure inconvenience

Many hospitals in Los Angeles and Orange Counties have had valet parking for a few years now...but they don't charge....BD

ESCONDIDO – Once a pampering hallmark of swanky restaurants and upscale hotels, valet service now has front-row parking at hospitals hoping to sweeten their customer service.

Valet attendant John Romero assisted Mary Stuart Taylor as husband Bob buckled up at Palomar Medical Center. Attendant Jason Rice stood by.
Palomar Medical Center in Escondido debuted a trial program last month for patrons willing to pay $2 for valet service, rather than scouring for parking on the hilly hospital grounds or on busy city streets.