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Naval Medical Center San Diego
U.S. Army
Naval Medical Center San Diego (NMCSD), often referred to as "Balboa Hospital," traces its origins to 1917 when it was established to care for sailors during World War I. Located in Balboa Park, San Diego, the facility rapidly expanded to meet the growing medical needs of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, especially during World War II and subsequent conflicts. Over the decades, NMCSD has developed into one of the largest and most advanced military medical centers, providing comprehensive healthcare, training, and research. Today, it serves active duty personnel, veterans, and their families, maintaining a critical role in military readiness and humanitarian missions.
