Uniklinikum Aachen
| University Hospital Aachen | |
|---|---|
| RWTH Aachen University | |
Universitätsklinikum Aachen | |
| Geography | |
| Location | Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany |
| Organisation | |
| Type | Teaching |
| Affiliated university | RWTH Aachen University |
| Services | |
| Emergency department | Yes |
| Beds | 1,488 |
| Helipads | |
| Helipad | Yes |
| History | |
| Founded | 1966 |
| Links | |
| Website | www.ukaachen.de |
| Lists | Hospitals in Germany |
thumb|none|University hospital Aachen
The Uniklinikum Aachen, full German name Universitätsklinikum Aachen ("University Hospital Aachen", abbreviated UKA), formerly known as Neues Klinikum ("New Clinic"), is the university hospital of the city of Aachen, Germany, and one of the largest hospitals in Europe. It is part of the RWTH Aachen and contains its whole medical faculty.
In addition to wards and common hospital facilities such as laundry and sterilization units, the Uniklinikum Aachen houses educational and research facilities including specialized clinics, theoretical and clinical institutes, lecture halls and training rooms.
The hospital's exterior and design is a prime example of high-tech architecture.