Our History

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Learn how Baylor has evolved over the last century.

Baylor University Medical Center has a rich history which began with its founding as the Texas Baptist Memorial Sanitarium in 1903.

Here are a few of the many recognitions earned thanks to outstanding efforts by employees and physicians.

Baylor Institute for Rehabilitation ranked among the top 26 rehab facilities in U.S. News & World Report "America's Best Hospitals Guide."
The American Nurses Credentialing Center presented the Magnet Award for Excellence in Nursing Services, its highest recognition, to Baylor University Medical Center nursing.
Baylor University Medical Center ranked among the top 50 hospitals in 10 of 17 specialties in the "America's Best Hospitals Guide".
Patient satisfaction scores are on the rise due to staff demonstrating the Spirit of Excellence at Baylor University Medical Center and beyond.