New Somerset Hospital, Cape Town, South Africa

New Somerset Hospital

Cape Town, South Africa

New Somerset Hospital in Cape Town, South Africa, opened in 1862 as a replacement for the original Somerset Hospital founded in 1818. It was established with support from the Cape Governor Sir George Grey and was one of the first hospitals in the region to train nurses, including non-white nurses, making it historically significant in medical education and social progress.

Before 1937, it served as the main academic hospital for the University of Cape Town until Groote Schuur Hospital opened. Over time, the hospital expanded its facilities, including a new wing for white patients during apartheid, and later became a key center for HIV/AIDS treatment and other specialized care. The hospital also houses the Cape Medical Museum, showcasing the history of medicine in the area. It continues to be a vital public healthcare facility in Cape Town.

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Portswood Rd, Green Point, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa

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