Bon Secours DePaul Medical Center

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Bon Secours DePaul Medical Center is a hospital located in Norfolk, Virginia, United States. It is part of the Bon Secours Health System, a not-for-profit Catholic health system with several facilities spread across the East Coast of the United States.

History[edit | edit source]

The Bon Secours DePaul Medical Center was established in 1856 by the Sisters of Bon Secours, a Catholic religious congregation dedicated to providing healthcare services. The hospital was named after Saint Vincent de Paul, a French Catholic priest who dedicated his life to serving the poor.

Services[edit | edit source]

Bon Secours DePaul Medical Center offers a wide range of medical services, including cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, neurology, and emergency medicine. The hospital also provides specialized services such as maternity care, pediatrics, and geriatric care.

Facilities[edit | edit source]

The hospital features state-of-the-art facilities, including a cancer center, a heart center, and a surgical center. It also has a rehabilitation center that offers physical, occupational, and speech therapy services.

Affiliations[edit | edit source]

Bon Secours DePaul Medical Center is affiliated with several educational institutions for the training of medical professionals. These include the Eastern Virginia Medical School and the Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing.

Recognition[edit | edit source]

The hospital has received several awards and recognitions for its services. These include the American Heart Association's Get With The Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award and the American College of Surgeons' Commission on Cancer Outstanding Achievement Award.

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD