08/21/2025
A New Era of Healthcare in New Orleans π₯
In the years after Hurricane Katrina, access to care was one of the cityβs greatest challenges. Today, two hospitals stand as powerful symbols of resilience and rebirth:
University Medical Center β a state-of-the-art academic medical center that carries on the legacy of Charity Hospital, training the next generation of providers while delivering advanced care to our community.
New Orleans East Hospital β the return of a vital lifeline for nearly 90,000 residents, restoring care close to home and driving new opportunities for growth and healing in New Orleans East.
Together, these hospitals represent more than buildings, they embody hope, healing, and the promise of a healthier future for all of New Orleans. π
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Rebuilding βThe City That Care Forgotβ has not been a straightforward task. In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Charity Hospital, a major centuries-old fixture of New Orleans healthcare, remained inoperable