Hospital Metropolitano de Santiago
| Location | Santiago de los Caballeros |
| Address | |
| Region | Santiago Province |
| State | |
| Country | Dominican Republic |
| Coordinates | |
| Funding | |
| Website | [ Official website] |
Hospital Metropolitano de Santiago (HOMS) is a prominent general hospital located in Santiago de los Caballeros, the second-largest city in the Dominican Republic. It serves as a major healthcare provider in the Santiago Province and the surrounding regions.
History[edit | edit source]
The hospital was established to address the growing healthcare needs of the population in the northern region of the Dominican Republic. Since its inception, HOMS has been dedicated to providing high-quality medical care and has become one of the leading medical institutions in the country.
Facilities[edit | edit source]
Hospital Metropolitano de Santiago is equipped with state-of-the-art medical technology and facilities. It offers a wide range of medical services, including emergency medicine, surgery, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, cardiology, oncology, and neurology. The hospital also has specialized units for intensive care, neonatal care, and rehabilitation.
Departments and Services[edit | edit source]
HOMS is organized into various departments to cater to the diverse medical needs of its patients. Some of the key departments include:
- Emergency Department
- Surgical Department
- Pediatric Department
- Obstetrics and Gynecology Department
- Cardiology Department
- Oncology Department
- Neurology Department
- Intensive Care Unit
- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
- Rehabilitation Department
Research and Education[edit | edit source]
In addition to providing medical care, Hospital Metropolitano de Santiago is involved in medical research and education. The hospital collaborates with various medical schools and institutions to offer training programs for medical students, residents, and healthcare professionals.
Community Involvement[edit | edit source]
HOMS is actively involved in community outreach programs aimed at improving public health and raising awareness about various medical conditions. The hospital organizes health fairs, free medical check-ups, and educational seminars for the local community.
See also[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in the Dominican Republic
- List of hospitals in the Dominican Republic
- Santiago de los Caballeros
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