Healthcare

Augusta University Medical Center

1120 15th Street
Augusta, GA 30912
(706) 721-0211

Augusta University Medical Center (AUMC) is a premier academic health center located in Augusta, Georgia. As the flagship hospital of Augusta University and the Medical College of Georgia, AUMC serves as a hub for cutting-edge research, advanced medical training, and top-tier patient care across the southeastern United States.

AUMC is a Level I trauma center, the highest designation for emergency and trauma care, equipped to handle the most severe and complex injuries. The hospital is also home to a wide range of specialized services, including:

  • Cardiovascular and cardiothoracic care

  • Neurology and neurosurgery

  • Organ transplantation

  • Cancer treatment through the Georgia Cancer Center

  • Pediatric care via the adjacent Children’s Hospital of Georgia

With nearly 500 beds, AUMC offers a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient services. Its role as a teaching hospital ensures that patients benefit from the latest in medical innovation, clinical trials, and academic expertise.

Whether for emergency services, chronic illness management, or highly specialized procedures, Augusta University Medical Center stands at the forefront of healthcare in Georgia.

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