Facultad de Enfermería

What if the very walls we stand before could whisper tales of compassionate care and groundbreaking beginnings? Here at the Facultad de Enfermería of the University of Cartagena, those whispers become resonant stories. The Facultad de Enfermería isn’t just a building. It’s a living testament to a legacy of healing that stretches back to the very roots of institutionalized nursing in Colombia. Imagine 1903, the year the nation’s first School of Nurses and Midwives was established. This pioneering initiative, spearheaded by Dr. Rafael Calvo, eventually formalized its connection with the University of Cartagena in 1919. The decree, number 258 from the Bolivar departmental government, officially linked the school to the Faculty of Medicine and Natural Sciences, solidifying its place in Cartagena’s academic heart. Fast forward to 1974, a pivotal year for the Facultad de Enfermería. It was elevated to full faculty status by the University Superior Council’s agreement number 06. This marked a significant step in recognizing the crucial role of nursing within the university and the wider community. The Facultad de Enfermería’s mission isn’t simply to train nurses. It’s to cultivate professionals who drive progress through healthcare. These individuals are equipped to provide comprehensive care from the individual to the community, impacting health at local, national, and international levels. This mission is deeply rooted in a humanistic, critical, and ethical approach. The university’s vision for the Facultad de Enfermería extends to 2027. The aim is to establish it as a leading academic center, both nationally and globally. It’s envisioned as a hub for generating solutions to healthcare challenges through education, outreach, and impactful research, actively shaping health and education policies. The Facultad de Enfermería is more than just classrooms and labs. It’s a place where the past informs the present and shapes the future of healthcare in Cartagena.