Cleveland Clinic Foundation

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Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Geography
LocationCleveland, Ohio, Ohio, United States
Organization
Care systemPrivate
FundingNon-profit hospital
TypeTeaching
Affiliated universityCase Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Services
Emergency departmentYes
Beds1,400
History
Opened1921
Links
WebsiteCleveland Clinic


The Cleveland Clinic Foundation is a non-profit, multi-specialty academic medical center located in Cleveland, Ohio, United States. It is part of the Cleveland Clinic Health System, which includes hospitals and outpatient facilities throughout Northeast Ohio, as well as locations in Florida, Nevada, Toronto, Abu Dhabi, and London.

History[edit | edit source]

The Cleveland Clinic was founded in 1921 by four physicians: Dr. George Washington Crile, Dr. Frank E. Bunts, Dr. William E. Lower, and Dr. John Phillips. The founders envisioned a group practice in which specialists could collaborate to provide comprehensive care to patients. The institution has grown significantly since its inception and is now recognized as one of the leading hospitals in the world.

Facilities[edit | edit source]

The main campus of the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio, spans 170 acres and includes a 1,400-bed hospital, outpatient clinics, and research facilities. The hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and offers a wide range of medical services, including cardiology, neurology, oncology, orthopedics, and transplant surgery.

Research and Education[edit | edit source]

The Cleveland Clinic is affiliated with the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and serves as a teaching hospital. It is also home to the Lerner Research Institute, which conducts cutting-edge biomedical research. The Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, established in 2002, offers a unique curriculum focused on training physician-scientists.

Notable Achievements[edit | edit source]

The Cleveland Clinic is renowned for its expertise in cardiovascular medicine and cardiac surgery. It has been ranked as the number one hospital for cardiology and heart surgery by U.S. News & World Report for many years. The clinic is also known for its pioneering work in organ transplantation, neurological disorders, and cancer treatment.

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD