Abstract
Until the Othonian University (later known as the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens) began operating, only the Military Hospital and the Maternity Hospital were in operation in Athens. In the mid-18th century, the Elpis General Hospital of Athens was founded as a Civil Hospital, originally situated on Akadimias Street in the building where the Cultural Center of Athens is now located. The Hospital's current complex in the Ampelokipi area of Athens was initially entrusted to the Hellenic Red Cross to care for war casualties. It functioned as a military hospital until the military decided to vacate the premises and relocate in that area the Municipal Hospital of Athens "Elpis". Today, the Elpis General Hospital of Athens is equipped with modern facilities and staffed by highly skilled medical and support personnel, continuing to serve the health needs of the public..