Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital, Public teaching hospital in Parktown, Johannesburg, South Africa.
Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital is a public teaching facility with around 1,100 beds and employs more than 4,000 staff members delivering medical services across multiple specialties. It provides tertiary, secondary, and specialized healthcare to patients from the region.
The facility stands on the former grounds of Hohenheim, the first mansion built in Parktown that belonged to Sir Lionel and Lady Florence Phillips. Transforming this historic site into a medical institution connected the area's colonial past to modern healthcare.
The hospital carries the name of Charlotte Maxeke, the first Black South African woman to earn a university degree and a dedicated activist for social rights. This choice reflects her commitment to education and social progress.
The hospital is located in Parktown and is accessible by public transport, with parking available on the grounds. Visitors should follow visiting hours and check in at reception to find the correct ward or department.
A major fire in April 2021 damaged medical supplies worth millions and forced a week-long closure of the facility. The incident highlighted vulnerabilities in the infrastructure and sparked discussions about maintenance of such critical institutions.
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