University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) is a global non-profit health enterprise that is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It is recognized for its high-quality patient care, research, and teaching.

Pronunciation

The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center is pronounced as /ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsɪti ɒv ˈpɪtsbɜːrɡ ˈmɛdɪkəl ˈsɛntər/.

Etymology

The name "University of Pittsburgh Medical Center" is derived from its affiliation with the University of Pittsburgh, a public research university in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The term "Medical Center" refers to its function as a comprehensive healthcare delivery system.

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Overview

UPMC operates 40 academic, community, and specialty hospitals, 700 doctors’ offices and outpatient sites, employs 4,900 physicians, and offers an array of rehabilitation, retirement, and long-term care facilities. It is closely affiliated with its academic partner, the University of Pittsburgh. It is considered a leading American health care provider, with a large and diverse international network.

History

UPMC was established in 1893 as the Western Pennsylvania Hospital, the first chartered public hospital in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It later affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh and evolved into a multi-hospital health system recognized for its advancements in patient care, research, and medical education.

Services

UPMC provides a wide range of health care services including medical and surgical services, emergency care, rehabilitation, women’s health, pediatrics, mental health, and geriatrics. It is also a leading center for organ transplantation, cancer treatment, neurosurgery, and psychiatry.

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University of Pittsburgh Medical Center