A Legacy of Medical Firsts
A History of Innovation
Straub Benioff Medical Center was founded in 1921 as “The Clinic” by Dr. George F. Straub, who introduced a new model of care in Hawaiʻi – bringing physicians from different specialties together to provide more coordinated, comprehensive care in one location.
As the practice grew, so did its commitment to advancing care. In 1970, The Clinic broke ground on its first hospital, expanding services to meet the needs of a growing community. With the hospital’s opening in 1973, it became Straub Clinic & Hospital, marking a significant milestone in its evolution.
Over the decades, Straub Benioff has continued to evolve into an integrated medical center, building on a foundation of collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to improving care for the people of Hawaiʻi.
Advancing Medical Care in Hawaiʻi
Throughout its history, Straub Benioff Medical Center has introduced many medical firsts to Hawaiʻi, helping expand access to advanced care across the state. One of the most notable milestones was the opening of the Straub Burn Care Unit in 1983, the Pacific region’s only multidisciplinary burn treatment center.
Other advancements include:
- Mitral valve surgery
- Nuclear medicine
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Interventional radiology
- Advanced vascular surgery techniques
- Artificial skin for burn treatment
- Minimally invasive hip and knee replacements
- Drug-eluting stents
- Pediatric cardiac ablations
