NIH Clinical Center (CC)
Research ServicesMaryland, United States501-1000 Employees
The NIH Clinical Center, located on the NIH campus in Bethesda, Maryland, operates as a hospital devoted to clinical research. Founded in 1953, it serves as a collaborative hub where volunteer patients work with NIH scientists to advance medical innovations from lab to clinic. It is described as the world's largest hospital dedicated to clinical research, drawing participants from across the United States and around the globe. The center currently manages about 1,500 studies spanning cancer, infectious diseases, heart and lung conditions, and blood disorders, with patient participation at no cost. Its facilities and programs support comprehensive care and rapid translation of discoveries, including inpatient beds, operating rooms, day-hospital stations, and a broad range of diagnostic services, along with clinical research training for professionals worldwide.