## Overview Cleveland Clinic is a globally recognized nonprofit, multispecialty academic medical center based in Cleveland, Ohio, with an increasingly international footprint[2][6]. Founded in 1921 as a group practice by four physicians, it pioneered a model where salaried physicians collaborate across specialties rather than operating independently—a structure that remains central to its identity and success[2][7]. Today, Cleveland Clinic is among the top-ranked hospitals in the United States, renowned for its patient-centered care, research breakthroughs, and medical education[2][7]. ## Mission and Operations Cleveland Clinic’s mission is “caring for life, researching for health, educating those who serve”[1][2]. It operates 23 hospitals, 280 outpatient facilities, and employs over 82,600 caregivers worldwide, making it one of the largest healthcare systems in the U.S.[7]. The organization is anchored by its main campus in Cleveland but has expanded significantly across Ohio, Florida, Nevada, Canada, the U.K., and the United Arab Emirates[5][6]. Its group practice and institute-based structure—where care is organized by organ or disease—enhances collaboration and innovation, delivering measurable quality improvements and better patient outcomes[7]. ## Key Achievements and Innovations Cleveland Clinic has introduced numerous medical firsts, including the first successful coronary angiography and the first face transplant in the U.S.[2]. It continues to push boundaries in areas like cancer, neurology, and musculoskeletal health, with recent expansions including specialized centers of excellence in these fields[3][4]. The organization is also a leader in value-based care, offering employer-focused health solutions that improve outcomes while reducing costs[4]. ## Current Status and Strategic Growth As of 2025, Cleveland Clinic is actively expanding its physical and digital infrastructure. Major projects include new cancer and neurological care facilities, a global peak performance center in partnership with the Cleveland Cavaliers, and ongoing international growth in London,