District of Columbia General Hospital

The District of Columbia General Hospital was a hospital located in Washington, D.C. It was operational from 1806 to its controversial closing by mayor Anthony A. Williams in 2001, as the city was trying to cut costs while recovering from bankruptcy. At the time of its closure, it was the only public hospital located within the District.

District of Columbia General Hospital
Geography
Location1900 Massachusetts Ave. SE, Washington, D.C., United States
Coordinates38°53′7.70″N 76°58′27.96″W
Organization
TypePublic hospital
History
Opened1806
Closed2001
Links
ListsHospitals in Washington, D.C.
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