Hospital of Saint John

The Hospital of Saint John operates as a major public healthcare facility in Porto, offering comprehensive medical services including pediatrics, orthopedics, and radiology across its extensive campus.

Founded in 1959 and officially inaugurated by President Américo Tomás on July 24th, the hospital evolved from the Surgery Royal School established by King D. João VI in 1825.

Closely affiliated with the University of Porto's Faculty of Medicine, the hospital serves as a center for medical education and research while maintaining strong connections to Portuguese healthcare traditions.

Located in the Paranhos neighborhood, the hospital provides wheelchair accessibility throughout its facilities and operates under CHUSJ management with over 1,100 beds for patient care.

The hospital houses a statue dedicated to Saint John of God, the patron saint of hospitals and nurses, reflecting its spiritual connection to the Christian tradition of caring for the sick.

Location: Paranhos

Architects: Hermann Distel

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Operator: CHUSJ

Address: Alameda do Professor Hernâni Monterio

Website: http://portal-chsj.min-saude.pt/pages/2

GPS coordinates: 41.18138,-8.60104

Latest update: July 23, 2025 15:16