Columbia Hospital For Women

Columbia Hospital for Women was a hospital located in Washington, D.C., United States. It was established in 1866 and was dedicated to providing advanced medical care for women. The hospital closed in 2002.

History

The Columbia Hospital for Women was founded in 1866 as a health facility for wives and daughters of Civil War soldiers. It was initially located in Thomas Circle and later moved to its final location at 2425 L Street NW in 1870. The hospital was federally funded until 1997, when it was sold to private owners. Despite efforts to keep it open, the hospital closed in 2002 due to financial difficulties.

Services

The Columbia Hospital for Women was known for its comprehensive women's health services. These included obstetrics and gynecology, neonatology, fertility services, and breast health. The hospital was also home to the first IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) program in Washington, D.C.

Legacy

Over its 136-year history, the Columbia Hospital for Women served more than 275,000 patients and delivered over 250,000 babies. Notable births at the hospital include Duke Ellington, Al Gore, and Jesse Jackson Jr. Today, the hospital's former site is a luxury condominium complex known as The Columbia Residences.

See also

• List of hospitals in Washington, D.C.
• Women's health
• History of hospitals