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Lister Hospital, Chelsea

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Lister Hospital, Chelsea — a Grade II*-listed historic house in england-london, United Kingdom.

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Typical visit
1 h–2 h
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

Lister Hospital, Chelsea is a Grade II*-listed building in england-london, United Kingdom. Grade II* status is conferred by Historic England (or Cadw, Historic Environment Scotland or NIEA equivalents) on buildings of exceptional national interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for full historical and architectural details.

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From the Wikipedia article

The Lister Hospital in Chelsea is a private hospital in Chelsea Bridge Road, London. It is owned by the Hospital Corporation of America, the largest private operator of health care facilities in the world, and so is not part of the National Health Service.

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Background

History

Opened in 1985, the hospital occupies the former premises of the Lister Institute of Preventive Medicine; both were named in honour of Joseph Lister, 1st Baron Lister, a British surgeon considered to be the pioneer of aseptic surgery. It generates revenue per bed of circa £1 million a year.

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Coordinates
51.4863, -0.1502
District
Westminster
Parish
Westminster, unparished area
Postcode
SW1W 8RH
Parliamentary constituency
Cities of London and Westminster
Established
1985

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Lister Hospital, Chelsea?
Lister Hospital, Chelsea is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SW1W 8RH), in the parish of Westminster, unparished area.
When was Lister Hospital, Chelsea built?
Built or established in 1985.
Is Lister Hospital, Chelsea a listed building?
Lister Hospital, Chelsea is officially recognised as Grade II* listed.
How do I get to Lister Hospital, Chelsea?
Drivers can navigate to postcode SW1W 8RH. It sits within the Cities of London and Westminster parliamentary constituency.