Puerto Rico Women And Children’s Hospital

Puerto Rico Women And Children’s Hospital is a healthcare facility that focuses on medical services for women and children. It operates as an affiliate of Bayamón Medical Center, sharing resources and clinical staff with the larger institution. The hospital provides a range of inpatient and outpatient care, including obstetrics, gynecology, pediatrics, and neonatal services. Its headquarters are located in the United States of America, though its primary service area is in Puerto Rico. The institution aims to deliver specialized care tailored to the unique health needs of its patient populations. By concentrating on women's and children's health, it addresses gaps in regional healthcare provision.

In July 2019, the hospital was impacted by a ransomware attack that also targeted Bayamón Medical Center, with which it is affiliated. The incident encrypted files and potentially compromised personal data for nearly 100,000 individuals associated with the women’s and children’s facility. Across both organizations, the breach affected over 520,000 patients. The hospital notified federal authorities and the public but did not disclose the specific intrusion method or any ransom demands. No evidence of data misuse was confirmed following the investigation. This cybersecurity event highlights the organization’s exposure to digital threats despite its clinical specialization.