The geriatric psychiatric section is part of Oslo University Hospital HF and specializes in the treatment of mental health, substance abuse and addiction. The section has historical significance, as it was opened in 1855 as Norway's first state hospital for mental disorders. The initiative for its establishment came from the doctor Herman Wedel Major, who played an important role in the development of psychiatric treatment in Norway.
The section focuses on serious mental disorders and offers services that are adapted to the patients' needs. Over the years, it has been an important institution within Norwegian psychiatry, and it has contributed to the development of treatment options and understanding of mental health challenges. The geriatric psychiatric section continues to be a central player in the field, with the aim of providing patients with the best possible treatment.