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UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing

1884 establishments in PennsylvaniaEducational institutions established in 1884Nursing schools in PennsylvaniaUniversity of Pittsburgh Medical Center
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The UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing is a public nursing school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It was established in 1884 and is affiliated with UPMC (University of Pittsburgh Medical Center) Shadyside Hospital. It is located in the East Liberty neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The school is currently housed at 5900 Baum Blvd in the AAA Motor Square Garden building.

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UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing
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Baum Boulevard 5900
15206 Pittsburgh
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