Brooklyn Hospital Center

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Brooklyn Hospital Center is a healthcare facility located in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. It is a non-profit hospital that provides a wide range of medical services to the residents of Brooklyn and its surrounding areas.

History[edit | edit source]

The Brooklyn Hospital Center was founded in 1845, making it one of the oldest hospitals in Brooklyn. It was originally known as the Brooklyn City Hospital. Over the years, the hospital has undergone several expansions and renovations to accommodate the growing healthcare needs of the community.

Services[edit | edit source]

The Brooklyn Hospital Center offers a comprehensive range of medical services. These include emergency medicine, surgery, internal medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, psychiatry, and radiology. The hospital also has specialized departments for cardiology, neurology, oncology, and orthopedics.

Facilities[edit | edit source]

The hospital's facilities include a state-of-the-art emergency department, a cancer center, a cardiac catheterization lab, and a neonatal intensive care unit. The hospital also has a pharmacy, a laboratory, and a radiology department equipped with advanced imaging technologies.

Affiliations[edit | edit source]

The Brooklyn Hospital Center is affiliated with several educational institutions for medical training and research. These include the Weill Cornell Medical College, the New York Medical College, and the SUNY Downstate Medical Center.

Community Involvement[edit | edit source]

The Brooklyn Hospital Center is deeply involved in the community. It conducts regular health screenings, educational programs, and outreach activities to promote health and wellness in the community.

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