Oskar-Ziethen-Krankenhaus, Hospital and cultural heritage monument in Lichtenberg, Berlin, Germany.
Oskar-Ziethen-Krankenhaus is a former hospital in Lichtenberg, Berlin, now operating as Sana Klinikum Lichtenberg. The complex contains multiple clinical buildings and its own heating plant across a large grounds.
The hospital was built between 1910 and 1914 as a requirement for Lichtenberg to achieve city status. Its construction marked a turning point in the district's urban development and medical infrastructure.
The hospital bears the name of Oskar Ziethen, Lichtenberg's first mayor, honoring his role in the district's early development. This naming reflects how the institution became woven into the identity of the neighborhood.
The facility now operates as an active hospital and access to certain areas may be restricted. Visitors should check in advance about which sections are accessible and what rules apply to any visits.
In 1920, the hospital established Berlin's first municipal pregnancy counseling center, expanding its services beyond traditional clinical care. This facility was pioneering in how it supported expectant mothers across the city.
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