Hospital Santa Izabel, Historic healthcare institution in Salvador, Brazil
Description
Hospital Santa Izabel is a healthcare facility in Salvador located in the Nazaré district that comprises a large medical complex with multiple specialized departments and emergency services. The facility was designed to provide comprehensive treatment for various illnesses and medical emergencies.
History
The facility was founded in 1893 and emerged as a response to growing healthcare needs in Salvador during Brazil's early republican period. It played an important role in developing the city's health infrastructure.
Culture
The building displays features of late 19th-century institutional architecture, with design elements reflecting the medical standards of that era. The layout shows how doctors and patients moved through healthcare spaces during that period.
Practical
Visitors should note that the facility is primarily accessible to patients undergoing medical treatment and does not operate with regular hours like a public venue. Access depends on medical needs or permissions and may require advance arrangement.
Did you know?
The facility earned the Diamond Seal in Hemodynamics, making it the first medical institution in Bahia to receive this recognition. This award demonstrates its leadership in advanced medical treatment methods.
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