Charity Hospital

Charity Hospital was a renowned public hospital in New Orleans, serving low-income and uninsured patients for over a century. Funded by government sources and charitable contributions, it provided critical medical care regardless of patients’ ability to pay. Known for its extensive medical education and research programs, it played a vital role in the community’s health. The hospital was damaged during Hurricane Katrina in 2005 and eventually closed, symbolizing both its importance and the challenges faced by public healthcare institutions. Today, its legacy continues through redevelopment projects and its historic significance in medical history.