Mount Sinai Hospital (Minneapolis)

Mount Sinai Hospital (Minneapolis) is a historical medical facility located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Established in 1951, the hospital was founded to serve the Jewish community in the city, which faced discrimination in other healthcare facilities.

History

Mount Sinai Hospital was established in 1951 by the Jewish community of Minneapolis. The hospital was created in response to the discrimination faced by Jewish doctors and patients in other hospitals in the city. The hospital was named after Mount Sinai, a significant location in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions.

Facilities

The hospital was equipped with state-of-the-art medical facilities for its time. It had a capacity of 108 beds and provided a wide range of medical services. The hospital was known for its departments of Cardiology, Orthopedics, and Pediatrics, among others.

Legacy

Mount Sinai Hospital closed its doors in 1991. However, its legacy continues through the Mount Sinai Community Foundation, which provides grants for health and human services in the Twin Cities. The hospital's records are preserved at the University of Minnesota's Andersen Library.

See Also

• Healthcare in Minnesota
• History of Jews in Minnesota
• List of hospitals in Minnesota