The Coimbra University and Hospital Center (Centro Hospitalar e Universitário de Coimbra, CHUC) is a public hospital and academic medical center located in Coimbra, Portugal. The Centro Hospitalar e Universitário de Coimbra (CHUC) provides a comprehensive range of healthcare services, including emergency care, specialized medicine, surgery, research, and medical education. It is closely affiliated with the University of Coimbra (Universidade de Coimbra) and serves as a teaching hospital, training medical students, residents, and health professionals. The Coimbra University and Hospital Center (Centro Hospitalar e Universitário de Coimbra) also engages in clinical research, medical innovation, and international collaborations, contributing to the advancement of healthcare in Portugal and beyond.