Hospital Carlos Van Buren

Hospital Carlos Van Buren is a prominent public healthcare institution located in Valparaíso, Chile, and serves as a high-complexity referral center for the Valparaíso-San Antonio health network. Founded originally in 1772, it is one of the oldest hospitals in the country and provides a comprehensive range of medical services including emergency care, neurosurgery, oncology, and cardiology. As a teaching hospital, it maintains strong ties with local universities to facilitate medical education and clinical research. The facility plays a critical role in the Chilean public health system, offering specialized treatments to a large regional population.