Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center

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Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center is a healthcare facility located in the Bronx, New York City. It is the largest voluntary, not-for-profit health care system serving the South and Central Bronx, with 972 beds spread across two hospital divisions, a comprehensive psychiatric program, two specialized long-term care facilities, and an extensive BronxNet Health Care Network.

History[edit | edit source]

The Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center was established in 1962 through the merger of two historic health institutions, the Lebanon Hospital (founded in 1890) and the Bronx Hospital (founded in 1911). The hospital has been serving the community for over a century, providing comprehensive, quality healthcare services to its patients.

Services[edit | edit source]

Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center offers a wide range of medical, surgical, diagnostic, therapeutic, and family support services. The hospital is renowned for its Centers of Excellence, which include the Cardiac Care, Cancer Care, Orthopedics, Pediatric, and Women's Health Centers.

Education and Research[edit | edit source]

The hospital is affiliated with the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, providing a platform for education and research. It offers residency programs in various specialties and subspecialties, including Internal Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, Radiology, Psychiatry, and Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Community Outreach[edit | edit source]

Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center is deeply committed to the community and offers numerous health fairs, screenings, seminars, and other outreach programs throughout the year.

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