Duke University Health Systemduhsis A Comprehensive Academic Health System That Includes A Variety Of Clinical And Biomedical Research Institutionsfounded In 1924 Through The Duke Endowmentit Established The Duke University Schools Of Medicine And Nursingalong With Duke University Hospitalto Enhance Healthcare In The Carolinas And Beyondthe Flagship Duke University Hospital Is A 957 Bed Academic Medical Center Known For Its High Quality Care Across Multiple Specialties Duhs Offers A Wide Range Of Healthcare Servicesincluding Tertiary And Quaternary Careand Is Heavily Involved In Biomedical Research And Educationthe System Focuses On Translating Research Into Clinical Practice And Improving Health Outcomes In The Communities It Servesit Spans 32 Counties In North Carolina And Extends Into Neighboring Statesserving A Diverse Patient Population And Specializing In Complex Medical Cases
