American Hospital of Paris

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The American Hospital of Paris is a private, not-for-profit institution that is considered agréé/ non-conventionné under the French system of healthcare. It has 187 surgical, medical, and obstetric beds. The Hospital has an extensive Ancillary Services Department, equipped with the latest diagnostic and treatment material. The Outpatient Consultation Department's 150 physicians cover every major medical and surgical specialty. The Emergency Department's experienced emergency care physicians provide immediate care to patients 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The medical staff includes over 500 physicians and surgeons. These private practitioners are credentialed by the Hospital through a thorough and strict selection process that confirms their competency and experience.

The American Hospital of Paris is the only civilian hospital in Europe accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) under its rigorous American standards. The JCAHO is an independent organization that accredits the best hospitals in the United States. The American Hospital of Paris is accredited in France by the Haute Autorité de Santé (HAS).

Recognized as an institution of public benefit, the American Hospital of Paris receives no government subsidies from either France or the United States. Instead, the hospital relies on the generosity of its private and corporate donors from all nations to offer the most advanced medical technology to the many patients who come each year for their care.

Mission The American Hospital of Paris is a private, not-for-profit Franco-American institution whose mission is to bring together the best in French and American medical practices in Paris. Its credentialed physicians and personnel provide high quality and personalized healthcare to members of the American, French, and international communities residing in France and abroad. The Hospital offers professional and technical services in a caring manner, while respecting ethical practices as well as the cultural diversity of its patients.

Values

• To respect the cultural diversity, dignity and rights of all patients receiving care

• To be responsive to the needs of patients and their families

• To stimulate teamwork and open communication

• To continuously improve the quality of our services

• To insure that members of the hospital and medical staff work in a clean and safe environment, guaranteeing optimum working conditions and efficiency

• To comply with French law and the Hospital's Code of Ethics

• To use all contributions from members and donors either for specific projects or for the hospital's overall strategy

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