Incorporated in 1881 and opened in 1892, Methodist serves patients in Philadelphia and the surrounding communities.

[1] Methodist Hospital provides medical services across a number of specialized centers, programs, departments and divisions.

[2] St. Agnes Medical Center closes its acute care services in 2004.

Methodist compensates by increasing its bed count to 204, including a new 12-bed Medical Intensive Care Unit, and an expanded emergency department.

Jefferson College of Health Professions takes in the Methodist Nursing School program in 2006.