About Us
 On the banks of the Neches: An 1896 beginning in Beaumont
Upon the request of Father M. P. McSourley, the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word of the Diocese of Galveston agreed to establish a hospital in Beaumont, Texas, in 1896. Hotel Dieu was constructed on the banks of the Neches River and opened in 1898 with accommodations for 24 patients. At that time, Beaumont had a population of 9,000. In 1901 the Lucas oil gusher at Spindletop brought thousands of newcomers to Beaumont, creating a dramatic need for more hospital space. Consequently, a second building was erected, adding 36 beds. A final addition to the frame structure in 1907 brought the total bed capacity to 80. In 1915, the red brick Hotel Dieu, a familiar Beaumont landmark, was dedicated, boasting 175 beds. In 1942 a chapel and convent were added. Then a School of Nursing building and the Martin de Porres Annex were constructed in 1949. Hotel Dieu consolidated with St. Elizabeth Hospital in 1970, becoming St. Elizabeth East until operations ceased there in 1975. The present hospital was constructed to meet Beaumont's need for more modern facilities. This project was made possible by the benevolent efforts of citizens and the generosity of J. H. Phelan Sr. and his wife who donated their property. Through the years there has been expansion to meet the growing health care needs of the Southeast Texas community. Click here to read more about the history of our hospitals. CHRISTUS Hospital-St. Elizabeth, CHRISTUS Hospital-St. Mary and CHRISTUS Jasper Memorial Hospital are members of the CHRISTUS Health Southeast Texas region.
The CHRISTUS Health Foundation of Southeast Texas has a vital role to play in the future of CHRISTUS Health Southeast Texas and in the lives of individuals throughout our area. Its success in philanthropy will assure the community that the vision of its founders, of quality care accessible to all in need, will prevail.
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