United States Army Medical Department Museum, Military medical museum in Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, United States.
The United States Army Medical Department Museum displays medical equipment, historical uniforms, vehicles, photographs, and films documenting military healthcare evolution since 1775. The collections span multiple periods and show how medical practice and technology changed over time.
The institution was founded in 1862 in Washington as a research facility and moved to Fort Sam Houston in 1946 for more exhibition space. This relocation allowed the museum to expand and better showcase military medical history.
The galleries honor those who served as combat medics and received special recognition for their bravery in the field. Visitors can see how these medical personnel were regarded throughout military service.
The museum is open Monday through Friday from 10 AM to 4 PM with no admission fee. Plan your visit to include the outdoor vehicle display, which requires walking around the grounds.
An original hospital train car stands on the grounds, showing how medical care was provided during transport. This vehicle offers visitors a rare glimpse into field medical logistics from the past.
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