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{{Infobox hospital
| Name        = Radboud University Medical Center
| name = Radboud University Medical Center
| Location    = Nijmegen, Netherlands
| logo = Radboudumc logo.svg
| Region      = Nijmegen
| location = Nijmegen
| Country    = Netherlands
| region = Gelderland
| Funding    = Public
| country = Netherlands
| Type        = Teaching
| healthcare = Public
| Speciality  =  
| type = Teaching
| Emergency  = Yes, Level I Trauma Center
| affiliation = [[Radboud University]]
| Affiliation = Radboud University Nijmegen
| emergency = Yes
| Beds        = 1,065
| beds = 953
| Founded    = 1956
| founded = 1956
| Website    = [http://www.radboudumc.nl Official website]
| website = [https://www.radboudumc.nl/ radboudumc.nl]
}}
}}


The Radboud University Medical Center (Radboudumc) is the teaching hospital affiliated with Radboud University Nijmegen in Nijmegen, Netherlands. It was founded in 1956 and underwent a merger in 1999 to become a semi-independent medical university and hospital. In 2013, it changed its name to Radboudumc.
'''Radboud University Medical Center''' (Radboudumc) is a leading academic hospital located in [[Nijmegen]], [[Netherlands]]. It is affiliated with [[Radboud University]] and is renowned for its research, education, and patient care.


The medical center is one of the largest and leading hospitals in the Netherlands, providing supraregional tertiary care for residents of the eastern section of the country. It has about 1,000 beds and employs approximately 10,000 employees. The medical center also offers educational services to about 3,000 students in various academic courses.
==History==
Radboud University Medical Center was established in 1956 as part of the Catholic University Nijmegen, which later became Radboud University. The medical center has grown significantly over the years, expanding its facilities and services to become one of the most prominent healthcare institutions in the Netherlands.


The Radboud University Medical Center is known for its research activities. It has three research institutes, including the Radboud Institute for Molecular Life Sciences, the Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, and the Donders Center for Medical Neuroscience. The scientists at the medical center conduct cross-disciplinary research on 18 clinically relevant research themes.
==Facilities==
Radboudumc is a large hospital with 953 beds and a wide range of specialized departments. It offers comprehensive healthcare services, including emergency care, surgery, and specialized treatments in areas such as oncology, cardiology, and neurology.


== External links ==
===Departments===
* [https://www.radboudumc.nl/en/patient-care Official website]
Radboudumc is organized into several departments, each focusing on specific areas of medicine:
 
* [[Cardiology]]
* [[Oncology]]
* [[Neurology]]
* [[Pediatrics]]
* [[Surgery]]
* [[Psychiatry]]
* [[Radiology]]
* [[Dermatology]]
 
==Research==
Radboudumc is a leader in medical research, with a focus on translational research that bridges the gap between laboratory findings and clinical applications. The medical center is involved in numerous research projects and collaborates with other institutions worldwide.
 
===Research Institutes===
Radboudumc hosts several research institutes, including:
 
* [[Radboud Institute for Molecular Life Sciences]] (RIMLS)
* [[Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour]]
* [[Radboud Institute for Health Sciences]] (RIHS)
 
==Education==
As a teaching hospital, Radboudumc plays a crucial role in the education and training of medical students, residents, and healthcare professionals. It offers a variety of educational programs, including undergraduate medical education, residency training, and continuing medical education.
 
===Medical School===
The medical school at Radboud University provides a comprehensive curriculum that integrates basic sciences with clinical practice. Students gain hands-on experience through clinical rotations at Radboudumc and affiliated hospitals.
 
==Patient Care==
Radboudumc is committed to providing high-quality patient care. It offers a patient-centered approach, ensuring that patients receive personalized treatment plans and compassionate care.
 
===Specialized Centers===
The medical center has several specialized centers that focus on specific health conditions, such as:
 
* [[Radboudumc Center for Oncology]]
* [[Radboudumc Center for Infectious Diseases]]
* [[Radboudumc Center for Cardiovascular Diseases]]
 
==Innovation==
Radboudumc is at the forefront of medical innovation, utilizing the latest technologies and treatment methods to improve patient outcomes. The medical center is involved in developing new diagnostic tools, therapies, and healthcare delivery models.
 
==Community Engagement==
Radboudumc actively engages with the community through outreach programs, public health initiatives, and partnerships with local organizations. It aims to improve public health and promote wellness in the Nijmegen region and beyond.
 
==See Also==
* [[Radboud University]]
* [[Nijmegen]]
* [[Healthcare in the Netherlands]]
 
==External Links==
* [https://www.radboudumc.nl/ Official website of Radboud University Medical Center]
 
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Latest revision as of 21:41, 1 January 2025

Radboud University Medical Center
Location Nijmegen
Address
Region Gelderland
State
Country Netherlands
Coordinates
Funding
Website [radboudumc.nl Official website]


Radboud University Medical Center (Radboudumc) is a leading academic hospital located in Nijmegen, Netherlands. It is affiliated with Radboud University and is renowned for its research, education, and patient care.

History[edit]

Radboud University Medical Center was established in 1956 as part of the Catholic University Nijmegen, which later became Radboud University. The medical center has grown significantly over the years, expanding its facilities and services to become one of the most prominent healthcare institutions in the Netherlands.

Facilities[edit]

Radboudumc is a large hospital with 953 beds and a wide range of specialized departments. It offers comprehensive healthcare services, including emergency care, surgery, and specialized treatments in areas such as oncology, cardiology, and neurology.

Departments[edit]

Radboudumc is organized into several departments, each focusing on specific areas of medicine:

Research[edit]

Radboudumc is a leader in medical research, with a focus on translational research that bridges the gap between laboratory findings and clinical applications. The medical center is involved in numerous research projects and collaborates with other institutions worldwide.

Research Institutes[edit]

Radboudumc hosts several research institutes, including:

Education[edit]

As a teaching hospital, Radboudumc plays a crucial role in the education and training of medical students, residents, and healthcare professionals. It offers a variety of educational programs, including undergraduate medical education, residency training, and continuing medical education.

Medical School[edit]

The medical school at Radboud University provides a comprehensive curriculum that integrates basic sciences with clinical practice. Students gain hands-on experience through clinical rotations at Radboudumc and affiliated hospitals.

Patient Care[edit]

Radboudumc is committed to providing high-quality patient care. It offers a patient-centered approach, ensuring that patients receive personalized treatment plans and compassionate care.

Specialized Centers[edit]

The medical center has several specialized centers that focus on specific health conditions, such as:

Innovation[edit]

Radboudumc is at the forefront of medical innovation, utilizing the latest technologies and treatment methods to improve patient outcomes. The medical center is involved in developing new diagnostic tools, therapies, and healthcare delivery models.

Community Engagement[edit]

Radboudumc actively engages with the community through outreach programs, public health initiatives, and partnerships with local organizations. It aims to improve public health and promote wellness in the Nijmegen region and beyond.

See Also[edit]

External Links[edit]