How a single London quarter once housed seven major hospitals

The Lost Hospitals of London: St Luke's - Professor Nick Black · 48:04 · Video: Gresham College · Watch at the source

In short: Explore the forgotten history of a neglected London district that was once a massive healthcare hub, featuring a lecture by Professor Nick Black.

Professor Nick Black examines the extraordinary transformation of a specific London quarter. In the late 19th century, this area was home to seven major hospitals, yet only one of these institutions survives in the modern day.

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