About us

Karolinska University Hospital is one of the largest university hospitals in Europe. Together with the world-renowned Karolinska Institutet (KI), we are at the forefront of medical breakthroughs with the aim of knowing more tomorrow than we know today.

Organization

Read more about our Board of Directors and our Management team

History

Karolinska University Hospital dates back to 1932 when the construction of the former Karolinska Hospital began.

Sustainability

Our sustainability work is a matter of improved well-being of our employees and improved quality of care.

Mission, vision and values

Our values - responsibility, compassion and holistic approach - guide us in our every day work.

Karolinska University Hospital vs Karolinska Institutet

Karolinska University Hospital (Karolinska) and the university Karolinska Institutet (KI) have different roles, which might be perceived as confusing.

Karolinska University Hospital is one hospital with two locations, Karolinska Huddinge and Karolinska Solna. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.