[2] The construction of the hospital began in the 50s, being finally opened in 1955, meaning an important improvement on the state of health care in the province.

[3] The complex is cataloged as a regional hospital, that is, a third level center which offers the medical specialties included in the Spanish Healthcare System.

[4] Its influence area extends through the western side of Andalusia (provinces of Seville and Huelva), which adds around 550,000 inhabitants.

Professionals working at the HUVR participate are also part of different excellence efforts, like the European Research Network (ERN),[6] the Reference Centers, Services and Units (CSUR)[7] and the Reference Services in the Andalusian Public Health System (Servicios de Referencia en el Sistema Sanitario Público de Andalucía) [8] working on different projects.

The HUVR has an agreement with the University of Seville, to improve the knowledge both in experimental and empirical science, and the formation of its professionals (Diagnosis, prognosis, therapy and practical abilities).