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The CHRISTUS Legacy
On the banks of the Neches: An 1896 beginning in Beaumont
Upon the request of Father M. P. McSourley, the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word of the Diocese of Galveston agreed to establish a hospital in Beaumont, Texas, in 1896.
Hotel Dieu was constructed on the banks of the Neches River and opened in 1898 with accommodations for 24 patients. At that time, Beaumont had a population of 9,000. In 1901 the Lucas oil gusher at Spindletop brought thousands of newcomers to Beaumont, creating a dramatic need for more hospital space. Consequently, a second building was erected, adding 36 beds. A final addition to the frame structure in 1907 brought the total bed capacity to 80.
In 1915, the red brick Hotel Dieu, a familiar Beaumont landmark, was dedicated, boasting 175 beds. In 1942 a chapel and convent were added. Then a School of Nursing building and the Martin de Porres Annex were constructed in 1949. Hotel Dieu consolidated with St. Elizabeth Hospital in 1970, becoming St. Elizabeth East until operations ceased there in 1975. The present hospital was constructed to meet Beaumont's need for more modern facilities. This project was made possible by the benevolent efforts of citizens and the generosity of J. H. Phelan Sr. and his wife who donated their property. Through the years there has been expansion to meet the growing health care needs of the Southeast Texas community. Today CHRISTUS Hospital - St. Elizabeth is a 461-bed health care facility on a 40-acre campus. It has a staff of 2,500, making it the largest health care provider in Southeast Texas, as well as the largest hospital between Houston and Baton Rouge.
It is the recognized regional leader in cardiology, oncology, neurology, pediatrics, general surgery, birthing, neonatal care, women's services, rehabilitation, imaging, occupational health services and emergency services. The hospital has the largest Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in the area, equipped with state-of-the-art technology. The hospital is designated as a level 3 trauma center and a training ground for family physicians through the CHRISTUS Hospital - St. Elizabeth Family Practice Residency Program.
The campus also includes the 65,000-square-foot W. P. Hebert Health and Wellness Center, Continence Management/Health Resource Center, and the Family Practice Residency Center. The American College of Surgeons has accredited the Mamie McFaddin Ward Cancer Treatment Center as a Community Hospital Comprehensive Cancer Program. CHRISTUS Hospital - St. Elizabeth has also established rural health clinics in several small surrounding communities.
CHRISTUS Hospital - St. Elizabeth, CHRISTUS Hospital - St. Mary and CHRISTUS Jasper Memorial Hospital are members of the CHRISTUS Health Southeast Texas region.
