Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
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Jamaica Hospital Medical Center: Current operating status needs verification. Patients should confirm service availability directly with the hospital before booking or travel.
Hospital Quick Facts
- Hospital Name
- Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
- City
- Van Wyck
- Country
- Jamaica
- Address
- 8900 van Wyck Expressway,Jamaica,NY 11418
- Languages
- English, Jamaican Creole
- Website
- http://www.jamaicahospital.org/
- Phone
- 718-206-6000
About Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
Established in 1891 in a rented four-bedroom home in Jamaica, Queens, Jamaica Hospital Medical Center’s growth has been remarkable. Through commitment to our mission and collaboration with community residents, businesses and other groups we have strengthened and expanded the hospital’s services.
Today Jamaica Hospital is a 387-bed, fully accredited community teaching hospital with a large network of community-based ambulatory care centers. JHMC offers a full array of acute inpatient, rehabilitation and mental health services, the largest voluntary hospital ambulance fleet serving the City’s 911 system, and a Level I trauma center.
International Patient Safety Checklist in Jamaica
Use this checklist before booking treatment abroad. Verifying these items helps protect your health, finances, and travel plans.
- Verify hospital accreditation (JCI, NABH, or equivalent)
- Confirm surgeon credentials and experience with your specific procedure
- Request detailed cost estimate including all fees
- Check if the hospital offers international patient services
- Verify language support for consultations and medical records
- Confirm insurance acceptance or payment options
- Research visa requirements and medical visa availability
- Plan adequate recovery time before return travel
- Arrange airport transfer and accommodation near hospital
- Request copies of all medical records and discharge summaries
- Clarify follow-up care arrangements in your home country
- Get a second opinion before committing to treatment abroad
References & Data Sources
References
- MyMedicPlus Editorial Standards, 2026
Data Sources
- MyMedicPlus legacy data extraction
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