In 1953, Memorial Regional Hospital was opened in Hollywood, Florida. Since then, the hospital has been an integral part of the community. This hospital is part of Memorial Healthcare System and it is one of the largest in Florida. The renowned programs of Memorial Regional Hospital include Memorial Cancer Institute, the Neuroscience Center and Memorial Cardiac & Vascular Institute. The hospital is home to the only Sickle Cell Day Hospital in South Florida and is one of six Level 1 trauma centers in the state capable to treat the most severe, life-threatening injuries.
The services offered at Memorial Regional Hospital include Worker's Compensation Programs, Women's Health & Resource Center, Wellness Programs, Weight-Loss Programs, Volunteer Programs, Ventilator Services, Urology, Ultrasound, Trauma Centers, Transportation Services, Surgical Services, Support Groups, Substance Abuse Program, Speech Therapy, Speakers Bureau, Social Work/Social Services, Respiratory Therapy, Recreational Therapy, Radiology Services, Pediatrics, Outpatient Services, Ophthalmology, Neurology, Laser Surgery, Gynecology, Endocrinology, Emergency Services, Critical Care, Cardiology, Cardiac Surgery, Breast Cancer Center and Behavioral Health Center, among others. In addition, Memorial Regional Hospital offers surgical options for severe obesity through Memorial Comprehensive Weight-Loss Surgery Program as well as a Fitness & Rehabilitation Center.