Miriam Hospital

The Miriam Hospital
Lifespan
Geography
Location	Providence, Rhode Island, US
Organisation
Care system	Private
Type	Teaching
Affiliated university	Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Services
Beds	247
History
Opened	1926

The Miriam Hospital is a private, not-for-profit hospital located in Providence, Rhode Island. It is a major teaching affiliate of the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. The hospital was founded in 1926 and currently has 247 beds.

History

The Miriam Hospital was established in 1926 through the efforts of a group of women who raised funds to provide care for indigent sick individuals of the Jewish faith. The hospital initially had 63 beds and 14 bassinets. Over the years, the hospital received continued support from the community, leading to its expansion and the opening of a new 150-bed facility on Summit Avenue in 1952.

The Miriam Hospital is now part of the Lifespan network and is affiliated with the medical school of Brown University. As of 2010, the hospital employs 2,410 individuals and has 906 affiliated physicians. The hospital's mission is to provide healthcare services to all individuals in Rhode Island, regardless of race, creed, origin, or economic means.

The Miriam Hospital has a rich history of community involvement and support. It was initially established to cater to the healthcare needs of Jewish immigrants, but has since expanded its services to serve the entire community. The hospital is dedicated to alleviating suffering and providing quality healthcare in an environment that understands and respects the language and customs of its patients.