Fundación Favaloro, hospital
Fundación Favaloro is a hospital and research center on Avenida Belgrano in Buenos Aires that focuses mainly on heart and blood vessel diseases. The facility has modern medical equipment, specialized professionals, and emergency departments to treat various patient populations.
The center was founded in 1975 by Dr. René G. Favaloro, a heart surgeon who returned to Buenos Aires after training in the United States. His vision was to create a place where patient care, medical education, and research work together.
The foundation carries the name of its founder and represents his vision of combining medical excellence with teaching and research. Visitors experience a center dedicated to heart health where this mission shapes every aspect of daily work.
Visitors can book appointments by phone or online and should ideally reserve one day in advance. The facility is easy to reach by public transport or car and has nearby parking.
The center performed the country's first robotic-assisted bypass surgery and uses artificial intelligence to improve patient care. This technological focus enables complex procedures to be performed with greater precision.
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