In the heart of the "City Beautiful," Coral Gables Hospital at 3100 Douglas Road is a cornerstone of the community that predates almost every other modern structure in the area. Established in 1926, just one year after the city itself was incorporated, it has evolved from a humble 35-bed facility into a high-tech medical landmark.
Here is a unique and interesting look at this historic institution:
A "City Beautiful" Original
While George Merrick was busy building Mediterranean arches and red-tiled plazas, Tallman Hospital (as it was originally known) opened its doors to serve the pioneers of the new suburb.
The Pioneer Spirit: It was founded during the height of the Florida Land Boom, surviving the devastating Great Miami Hurricane of 1926 within its first months of operation.
WWII Legacy: During the Second World War, the hospital was a vital local resource, managed at one point by just two dedicated nurses who kept the facility running while the neighboring Biltmore Hotel was converted into a massive military hospital.
The Orthopedic "Center of Excellence"
Today, the hospital is world-renowned for its "Gold Standard" in joint health.
The First in the County: It holds the distinction of being the first hospital in Miami-Dade County to be certified by The Joint Commission for both total hip and total knee replacements.
High-Tech Healing: Despite its nearly century-old history, the hospital is a hub for Robotic Surgery. It uses the latest minimally invasive technology to perform complex procedures that Merrick’s original doctors could only have dreamed of.
A Bridge to the Americas
Because of its strategic location in Coral Gables—a city that serves as a gateway to Latin America—the hospital has a uniquely international flavor.
International Hub: It is a preferred destination for patients traveling from the Caribbean and Latin America seeking specialized care, particularly in urology and orthopedics.
The "Boutique" Feel: Unlike the sprawling, anonymous medical campuses of North Miami, Coral Gables Hospital is a 245-bed "community-based" facility. It maintains a warm, personal atmosphere where the CEO is known to personally visit patient rooms to ensure the "Pura Vida" style of hospitality is upheld.
Award-Winning Resilience
Consistent Quality: In 2026, it continues its streak as a top-tier performer, frequently earning the Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award and being named one of the "100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery" in America.
Community Pulse: The hospital remains deeply integrated into local life, sponsoring iconic city events like the Gables Farmers Market and the 4th of July fireworks at the Biltmore.
Services A-Z Emergency Care Cardiology Orthopedics General Surgery Urology Breast Cancer Diagnostic Imaging Gender Confirmation Surger
As this region continues to flourish and evolve, Steward Health Care is proud to welcome Coral Gables Hospital into our physician-owned-and-led family.
We recognize that you have a choice about where to go for your health care. Your time is very valuable and it's important for you to have quick and easy access to information that can help you make important decisions for you and your family. Whether you are seeking a physician, update on new technology, or a support group, you've come to the right place. Our 245-bed acute care hospital serves South Dade County, but we also have many patients who come to us from across Latin America and the Caribbean as well.
