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[[file:Cf-health-center.jpg|thumb|Cf-health-center]] '''National Defence Medical Centre'''
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| location = Ottawa, Ontario
| country = Canada
| healthcare = Military
| type = Military hospital
| affiliation = [[Canadian Forces Health Services Group]]
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| founded = 1961
| closed = 1994
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The '''National Defence Medical Centre''' (NDMC) is a prominent medical facility operated by the [[Canadian Armed Forces]]. It is located in [[Ottawa]], [[Ontario]], and serves as the primary medical treatment center for military personnel, veterans, and their families. The NDMC provides a wide range of medical services, including primary care, specialized medical treatments, and emergency care.
The '''National Defence Medical Centre''' (NDMC) was a [[military hospital]] located in [[Ottawa]], [[Ontario]], [[Canada]]. It served as the primary medical facility for the [[Canadian Armed Forces]] from its opening in 1961 until its closure in 1994.


==History==
==History==
The NDMC was established to provide comprehensive medical care to members of the [[Canadian Armed Forces]]. Over the years, it has evolved to incorporate advanced medical technologies and practices, ensuring that military personnel receive the highest standard of care. The center has played a crucial role in supporting the health and well-being of Canadian soldiers, particularly during times of conflict and peacekeeping missions.
The NDMC was established to provide comprehensive medical care to members of the [[Canadian military]] and their families. It was part of the [[Canadian Forces Health Services Group]], which is responsible for delivering health services to the [[Canadian Armed Forces]].


==Facilities and Services==
The hospital was equipped with various medical departments, including [[surgery]], [[internal medicine]], [[psychiatry]], and [[radiology]]. It also had an [[emergency department]] to handle urgent medical cases.
The NDMC is equipped with state-of-the-art medical facilities, including:
* [[Emergency department]]
* [[Surgical suites]]
* [[Diagnostic imaging]] services
* [[Laboratory services]]
* [[Rehabilitation]] and [[physiotherapy]] units
* [[Mental health]] services


The center also offers specialized clinics for various medical conditions, ensuring that military personnel have access to comprehensive healthcare services.
==Closure==
In 1994, the NDMC was closed as part of a restructuring of military health services in Canada. The closure was part of a broader effort to integrate military and civilian health services, leading to the establishment of the [[Canadian Forces Health Services Centre]] in Ottawa.


==Training and Research==
==Legacy==
The NDMC is also a hub for medical training and research within the [[Canadian Armed Forces]]. It collaborates with various medical institutions and universities to provide training programs for military medical personnel. The center conducts research in military medicine, focusing on areas such as [[trauma care]], [[infectious diseases]], and [[mental health]].
Although the NDMC is no longer operational, its legacy continues through the ongoing work of the [[Canadian Forces Health Services Group]]. The integration of military and civilian health services has allowed for more efficient and comprehensive care for military personnel.


==Role in Military Operations==
==See also==
The NDMC plays a vital role in supporting Canadian military operations both domestically and internationally. It provides medical support during deployments, ensuring that soldiers have access to medical care in the field. The center also participates in humanitarian missions, offering medical assistance in disaster-stricken areas around the world.
* [[Canadian Forces Health Services Group]]
* [[Canadian Armed Forces]]
* [[Military hospital]]


==Related Pages==
==References==
* [[Canadian Armed Forces]]
* [https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/health/health-services-centres.html Canadian Forces Health Services Centres]
* [[Military medicine]]
* [https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence.html Department of National Defence]
* [[Veterans Affairs Canada]]
* [[Ottawa]]
* [[Emergency department]]
* [[Mental health]]


==Categories==
==External links==
[[Category:Canadian Armed Forces]]
* [https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence.html Department of National Defence]
[[Category:Military medical facilities]]
[[Category:Hospitals in Ottawa]]
[[Category:Military medicine]]


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[[Category:Defunct hospitals in Canada]]
[[Category:Hospitals established in 1961]]
[[Category:Hospitals disestablished in 1994]]
[[Category:Buildings and structures in Ottawa]]
[[Category:1961 establishments in Ontario]]
[[Category:1994 disestablishments in Ontario]]

Latest revision as of 03:22, 9 March 2025

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The National Defence Medical Centre (NDMC) was a military hospital located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. It served as the primary medical facility for the Canadian Armed Forces from its opening in 1961 until its closure in 1994.

History[edit]

The NDMC was established to provide comprehensive medical care to members of the Canadian military and their families. It was part of the Canadian Forces Health Services Group, which is responsible for delivering health services to the Canadian Armed Forces.

The hospital was equipped with various medical departments, including surgery, internal medicine, psychiatry, and radiology. It also had an emergency department to handle urgent medical cases.

Closure[edit]

In 1994, the NDMC was closed as part of a restructuring of military health services in Canada. The closure was part of a broader effort to integrate military and civilian health services, leading to the establishment of the Canadian Forces Health Services Centre in Ottawa.

Legacy[edit]

Although the NDMC is no longer operational, its legacy continues through the ongoing work of the Canadian Forces Health Services Group. The integration of military and civilian health services has allowed for more efficient and comprehensive care for military personnel.

See also[edit]

References[edit]

External links[edit]

Template:Military hospitals in Canada Template:Defunct hospitals in Canada

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