Women's Hospital
Women's Hospital, Regional women's hospital in Meilahti, Finland
Description
The Women's Hospital is a specialized medical facility in Helsinki's Meilahti district that provides obstetric, gynecological, and research services all within a single structure. The building displays functionalist architecture with multiple floors housing different departments and treatment areas.
History
The facility opened in 1934 as a landmark development in specialized women's healthcare services across Finland. Its construction represented a modern vision for medical care during that era.
Culture
This institution serves as a major teaching center for medical professionals across the Nordic region, shaping how healthcare for women is practiced and understood. The facility reflects the importance placed on specialized women's healthcare in Finnish society.
Practical
The facility is easily accessible from Haartmaninkatu street and concentrates multiple specialized departments in one location for visitor convenience. Plan to spend time finding the right department since this is a large medical complex.
Did you know?
The building was designed by architect Jussi Paatela and stands as an example of 1930s medical architecture that prioritized both function and modern design. Its layout demonstrates how hospitals could be organized to serve patients more efficiently.
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