Toronto General Hospital is a large teaching hospital located in downtown Toronto, Canada. It is a member of the University Health Network and is affiliated with the University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine. The hospital was founded in 1812 and has since become one of the most respected medical institutions in Canada, known for its leading-edge research, clinical expertise, and state-of-the-art facilities. Toronto General Hospital specializes in cardiovascular and thoracic care, including transplantation, as well as in neurology, oncology, and gastroenterology.