Ministry of Health of Peru

Peru's Ministry of Health is the national authority that manages the country's healthcare system from its main office and coordinates medical services across all regions. The agency oversees the implementation of national health policies and monitors treatment standards throughout the nation.

The institution was founded in 1935 to create the first coordinated, nationwide approach to healthcare. This establishment marked a turning point in Peru's efforts to organize medical services systematically.

The ministry works with local communities to develop health programs that serve both city dwellers and people in remote areas. These partnerships show how the institution tries to make medical care available across Peru.

Visitors can access information about health services, vaccination programs, and medical rules through the ministry's website or by calling the main office. Communication works best online or by phone if you have questions about specific services or regulations.

Adjacent to the ministry building stands a botanical garden that collects and displays traditional healing plants of Peru. This garden serves research and education about plant-based remedies used in Peruvian medical traditions.

Location: Lima

Inception: October 5, 1935

Website: https://gob.pe/minsa

GPS coordinates: -12.07302,-77.04093

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:00