Venue of the world's first human heart transplant surgery, the Groote Schuur Hospital is one of the major healthcare units of Cape Town.
The Groote Schuur Hospital is a government-aided teaching hospital of Cape Town. One of the integral parts of Cape Town health care system, the hospital is also famous as the venue of the first human heart transplant surgery of the world. The Groote Schuur Hospital is affiliated under the University of Cape Town.
Groote Schuur Hospital- infrastructure and staff
Located within an old estate, the Groote Schuur Hospital was established in 1938. After major additions and alterations, the hospital currently has 936 beds for patients. The efficient hospital staff includes 524 doctors and 1370 nurses. Other medical professionals associated with Groote Schuur Hospital number up to 258.
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Groote Schuur Hospital- special departments and academic facilities
The trauma unit, departments of internal medicine and anesthesiology of the Groote Schuur Hospital of Cape Town are especially well-known. The numerous teaching facilities of the hospital attracts numerous interns and resident medical practitioners. The academic facilities of the Groote Schuur Hospital cover almost all branches of medicine.
Groote Schuur Hospital- research institute and museum
The Groote Schuur Hospital is also known for the research facilities it offers to medical professionals. The use of modern technology enhances the scope of researchers. The Groote Schuur Hospital also houses a museum dedicated to the world's first human heart transplantation accomplished by Dr. Christiaan Barnard in 1967. The museum displays the various phases in the history of medical science.
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