Hospital Susana López de Valencia E.S.E., founded in 1957 (some sources cite 1964 as the year it became a dedicated medical center), is a leading public hospital in Popayán, Cauca, Colombia. Originally established to treat tuberculosis, it has evolved into one of the most important healthcare institutions in the region, recognized for its excellence in specialized maternal, pediatric, and neonatal care. The hospital operates multiple sites, including Sede San Camilo and Sede La Ladera, and serves as a reference center for comprehensive healthcare in Cauca, with a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and patient-centered service

• Maternal and perinatal care

• Pediatrics and pediatric emergencies

• Neonatology (including a dedicated pediatric block)

• Gynecology and obstetrics

• General and specialized surgery

• Internal medicine

• Diagnostic imaging and laboratory services

• Health promotion and disease prevention programs

• Recognized for its commitment to humanized, high-quality care and continuous improvement.

• Implements a patient-centered care model and institutional development plan focused on innovation and excellence.

• First place in the FURAG departmental evaluation among public health enterprises (ESEs)

• Mission: To provide comprehensive, high-quality, and humane healthcare services, especially in maternal, pediatric, and neonatal care, for the population of Popayán and Cauca.

• Vision: To be recognized as a university hospital and a regional leader in specialized care, innovation, and excellence, with a focus on closing healthcare access gaps and institutional growth

• First place in FURAG departmental evaluation for public health entities.

• Recognized as the only accredited hospital in Cauca and the only one certified in IAMII and the Ponseti method