Polyclinic Medical Center facts for kids
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Harrisburg Polyclinic Hospital
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Polyclinic Medical Center, August 2013
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| Location | 2601 N. Third St., Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
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| Area | 5.5 acres (2.2 ha) |
| Built | 1925-26, 1949-52, 1955, 1959, and 1960 |
| Architect | Kast & Kelker; et al. |
| Architectural style | Late 19th and 20th Century Revivals, Colonial Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 04001225 |
| Added to NRHP | November 12, 2004 |
The Polyclinic Medical Center, also known as Polyclinic Hospital, is a special kind of clinic located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. It is part of UPMC Pinnacle, which is a large healthcare system. This system helps people in South Central Pennsylvania get the medical care they need.
History of Polyclinic Hospital
The Polyclinic Medical Center first opened its doors in 1909. Over the years, it has grown and changed to help more people.
Today, a big part of the building is used by the Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute. This institute helps people with mental health needs. Other parts of the hospital offer many different programs and services.
These services include:
- Physical and occupational therapy, which helps people move better.
- An audiology and hearing center, for people with hearing issues.
- An outpatient laboratory, where tests are done.
- A primary care office, for regular doctor visits.
- Programs that help people with certain health challenges.
- Special clinics for different medical needs.
Building and Architecture
The first main building at this hospital location was built between 1925 and 1926. Over the years, more parts were added to the hospital. These additions happened in 1949–1952, 1955, 1959, and 1960.
The building's design follows the Colonial Revival style. This means it looks like older American buildings from the colonial period. Because of its history and design, the hospital was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2004. This list includes important historical places across the United States.
See also
- List of hospitals in Harrisburg
