Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital

Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital is a public hospital located in Houston, Texas. It is part of the Harris Health System, which provides healthcare services to the residents of Harris County. The hospital is named after Lyndon B. Johnson, the 36th President of the United States, who was instrumental in the establishment of Medicare and Medicaid.

History

Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital was established in 1989 to serve the growing healthcare needs of the community. It was named in honor of President Lyndon B. Johnson for his contributions to healthcare reform in the United States. The hospital has since grown to become a key healthcare provider in the region, offering a wide range of medical services.

Facilities and Services

Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital is a full-service hospital with a variety of specialized departments and services, including:

• Emergency department
• Intensive care unit
• Surgical services
• Maternity and neonatal care
• Pediatrics
• Cardiology
• Oncology
• Radiology
• Pharmacy

The hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art medical technology and staffed by a team of highly skilled healthcare professionals.

Education and Training

Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital is affiliated with several medical schools and provides training for medical students, residents, and fellows. It serves as a teaching hospital for the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and the Baylor College of Medicine.

Community Outreach

The hospital is actively involved in community outreach programs aimed at improving public health and providing education on various health issues. These programs include health fairs, free screenings, and educational workshops.

See also

• Harris Health System
• Ben Taub Hospital
• University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
• Baylor College of Medicine
• Lyndon B. Johnson