Puerto Rico Medical Services Administration

The Puerto Rico Medical Services Administration (ASEM) is a public corporation responsible for organizing, operating, and administering the centralized health services of the Medical Center of Puerto Rico (Centro Médico) in San Juan. As the island's primary tertiary and quaternary care hub, ASEM manages critical infrastructure including the Trauma Hospital, emergency rooms, and specialized diagnostic and therapeutic services. The agency serves as a central coordinator for several member institutions, ensuring the delivery of highly specialized medical care to the population of Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. Its mission focuses on providing efficient, high-quality healthcare services while supporting medical education and research through its clinical facilities. ASEM plays a vital role in the regional healthcare ecosystem by maintaining the specialized equipment and personnel necessary for complex medical interventions.