Duke University Hospital (DUH) is a prominent academic medical center and teaching hospital located in Durham, North Carolina. Founded in 1930, it is part of Duke University and aims to enhance healthcare in the Carolinas through patient-centered care, medical education, and research innovation. With a history rooted in a significant bequest from industrialist James B. Duke, DUH has grown to become a leading institution, treating over 10,000 patients shortly after its opening. As the flagship of the Duke University Health System, DUH offers a wide range of acute care services, including surgery, intensive care, pediatrics, and specialized programs like the Duke Comprehensive Cancer Center and transplant services. The hospital is dedicated to advancing medical care, with notable achievements such as pioneering outpatient bone-marrow transplants and developing innovative treatments. DUH also emphasizes collaboration with community healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care for its patients.