Evelina Children's Hospital, hospital in England
Evelina Children's Hospital is a pediatric hospital in central London, located on the South Bank next to St Thomas' Hospital. The building houses specialized wards for newborns through teenagers, with facilities covering a wide range of medical needs for children.
The hospital was founded in 1869 by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild, who created it in memory of his wife Evelina and their infant, both of whom died young. A new building opened in 2004 next to St Thomas' Hospital, replacing the original site after the hospital had moved and grown over the decades.
The hospital is named after Evelina de Rothschild, the wife of its founder, and her name still appears on the building today. Artwork made by young patients lines the corridors and waiting areas, giving the spaces a personal and welcoming feel that sets it apart from most medical buildings.
The hospital sits a short walk from Westminster and Lambeth North tube stations, making it easy to reach without a car. Parking on site is limited, so arriving by public transport or on foot is the most straightforward option for most visitors.
The hospital works with the South Thames Retrieval Service, a team that specializes in moving critically ill children safely between hospitals for intensive care. One former patient, Tony Hudgell, raised over one million pounds for the hospital by walking on his prosthetic legs, drawing attention to the care he received there.
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