Clinical Infectious Disease Hospital named after S.P. Botkin

The infectious disease hospital is one of the largest medical facilities of its kind in Saint Petersburg, with specialized centers spread across the complex. The grounds include several building sections with treatment rooms, laboratories, and support departments that together accommodate more than 1800 patients.

The hospital was founded in 1882 when the first clinic exclusively dedicated to treating infectious diseases opened in Saint Petersburg. Over time the facility expanded with new buildings and medical departments, developing into one of the leading centers for infectious disease care in Russia.

The facility carries the name of physician Sergei Botkin, who founded scientific infectious disease medicine in Russia. Within the building complex, historical sections are protected as regional heritage sites and show medical architecture from the 19th century.

The emergency department operates around the clock and admits patients with acute infections. Scheduled consultations and preliminary examinations are arranged by phone, and the hospital also offers telemedicine appointments for patients who cannot visit in person.

The medical staff includes 34 doctors with research degrees and professorships who work in both research and teaching. In addition to regular treatment rooms, the hospital runs several research departments where new therapies for infectious diseases are developed.

Location: Saint Petersburg

Inception: 1882

Website: http://botkinhosp.org

GPS coordinates: 59.92249,30.37537

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:31