Houston’s Changing Skyline: Herman Hospital 1947-1976

Authors

Kelsey Koym, John P. McGovern Historical Collections & Research Center

Abstract

Hermann Hospital, as it was originally known, has been a cornerstone of Houston’s medical community for more than a century. Over the years, the institution experienced major expansions, several name changes, and even a few scandals, all while shaping the growth of the Texas Medical Center. The photographs featured in this exhibit, taken between 1947 and 1976, highlight both the hospital’s transformation and the evolving Houston skyline. They also capture milestones such as the launch of Life Flight, which forever changed emergency medical care.

Recommended Citation

Koym, Kelsey (2025) "Houston’s Changing Skyline: Herman Hospital 1947-1976," TMC Library Newsletter (2015-): Vol. 13: Iss. 9, Article 2.
Available at: https://digitalcommons.library.tmc.edu/library_newsletter/vol13/iss9/2