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 | |
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Geography | |
Location | 1900 Massachusetts Ave. SE, Washington, D.C., United States |
Coordinates | 38°53′7.70″N 76°58′27.96″W |
Organization | |
Type | Public hospital |
History | |
Opened | 1806 |
Closed | 2001 |
Links | |
Lists | Hospitals in Washington, D.C. |
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