Lothrop Hall

Lothrop Hall is located adjacent to the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) on Lothrop Street near Fifth Avenue, this hill is often referred to as "cardiac hill" due to its steep grade and its accessibility to medical care.

[2] The residence was officially dedicated on May 11, 1953, which intentionally corresponded to the 133rd anniversary of the birth of Florence Nightingale.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Lothrop Hall was opened to house UPMC doctors and nurses who were working long hours.

[11] Lothrop Hall is directly connected, via a skywalk, to the School of Nursing in the Victoria Building and adjoining University of Pittsburgh Medical Center facilities.

In addition, for many years Lothrop Hall contained medical offices on its lower floors.