NYU Langone Hospital – Brooklyn

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NYU Langone Hospital – Brooklyn is a full-service, 450-bed academic teaching hospital in Brooklyn, a borough of New York City. It is a part of the NYU Langone Health system, one of the largest and most renowned healthcare providers in the United States.

History[edit | edit source]

The hospital was originally established in 1883 as the German Hospital of Brooklyn. In the wake of World War I, the hospital was renamed to Lutheran Medical Center in 1917. In 2016, it became a part of the NYU Langone Health system and was renamed NYU Langone Hospital – Brooklyn.

Services[edit | edit source]

NYU Langone Hospital – Brooklyn offers a wide range of medical and surgical care in a multitude of specialties. This includes Cardiology, Neurology, Oncology, and Orthopedics. The hospital is also home to a Level 1 Trauma Center, providing the highest level of surgical care to trauma patients.

Education[edit | edit source]

As an academic teaching hospital, NYU Langone Hospital – Brooklyn plays a crucial role in training the next generation of healthcare professionals. It offers residency programs in various specialties, affiliated with the NYU School of Medicine.

Community Involvement[edit | edit source]

NYU Langone Hospital – Brooklyn is deeply involved in the community. It offers numerous community outreach programs and health screenings, aiming to improve the health and well-being of the residents of Brooklyn.

See Also[edit | edit source]

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD