Established on May 5, 2008, the hospital was named after Dr. Clemente Álvarez. It has grown into a state-of-the-art emergency care center and serves as a critical facility for immediate medical attention in the region. The original HECA was smaller and located in the south of the city before moving to its current, larger facility.

• Emergency and Trauma Care
• Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
• Coronary Care Unit
• Burn Unit (the only one in the public sector in the region)
• Medical Imaging (MRI, CT scans, digital X-rays, ultrasonography, echocardiography)
• Pediatric Care
• Surgery (six operating rooms)​ (Wikipedia)​​ (Wikiwand)​​ (Fundacion HECA)​​ (DBpedia Association)​​ (WikiMD)​.

The hospital boasts state-of-the-art medical technology and facilities, emphasizing rapid and effective treatment for severe and life-threatening conditions.

The hospital is committed to providing exceptional emergency care and improving patient health outcomes through continuous service enhancement and technological advancements.

Recognized as the largest emergency center in Argentina with one of the most modern equipment setups in Latin America. The hospital is noted for its significant role in organ donation.