West Virginia University Health System
West Virginia University Health System
The West Virginia University Health System, also known as WVU Medicine, is a prominent healthcare system in the state of West Virginia. It is affiliated with the West Virginia University and is headquartered in Morgantown, West Virginia.
Pronunciation
West Virginia University Health System: /wɛst vərˈdʒɪniə juːˈnɪvərsɪti hɛlθ ˈsɪstəm/
Etymology
The name of the health system is derived from its affiliation with West Virginia University. The term "health system" is commonly used to denote a network of healthcare providers and facilities.
Related Terms
- Healthcare: The organized provision of medical care to individuals or a community.
- West Virginia University: A public, land-grant, research university with its main campus in Morgantown, West Virginia.
- Morgantown, West Virginia: A city in north-central West Virginia. It is the county seat of Monongalia County and the home of West Virginia University.
- Healthcare system: The organization of people, institutions, and resources to deliver healthcare services to meet the health needs of target populations.
Overview
The West Virginia University Health System is the largest healthcare provider in the state of West Virginia. It includes hospitals, clinics, and doctors' offices across the state and region. The health system is affiliated with the West Virginia University School of Medicine and includes several specialty hospitals and institutes dedicated to specific areas of medicine, such as the WVU Heart and Vascular Institute and the WVU Cancer Institute.
Services
The West Virginia University Health System provides a wide range of healthcare services, including primary care, specialty care, emergency care, and hospital care. It also offers medical education and research opportunities through its affiliation with West Virginia University.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on West Virginia University Health System
- Wikipedia's article - West Virginia University Health System
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