Emory University Hospital, Academic medical center in Atlanta, United States
Emory University Hospital is an academic medical center in Atlanta with approximately 850 beds and specializes in heart disease, cancer treatment, organ transplants, eye care, and advanced neurological procedures. The facility treats thousands of inpatients and outpatients annually with specialized care.
The hospital started in 1904 as Wesley Memorial Hospital in a Civil War-era building with just 50 beds. It moved to its current location in 1922 and grew into one of the region's major university medical centers.
The medical team here consists of faculty members from Emory University School of Medicine who are closely connected to the university clinic. This bond between teaching and patient care shapes daily life throughout the hospital.
The hospital is accessible and operates around the clock with emergency services and specialized departments available. Visitors can check in at the reception to locate the correct department or patient floor.
The hospital was where the first known Ebola cases in the United States were treated in 2014. This experience led to the development of specialized units for highly communicable diseases.
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