Wiarton Hospital
Wiarton Hospital
Wiarton Hospital (pronunciation: /ˈwaɪərtən ˈhɒspɪtəl/) is a healthcare facility located in Wiarton, a community in the town of South Bruce Peninsula, Ontario, Canada.
Etymology
The name "Wiarton" is derived from the town of Wiarton in the United Kingdom, and "Hospital" comes from the Latin word hospes, meaning a guest or stranger. It's a place where strangers or guests, in this case patients, are taken care of.
History
Wiarton Hospital was established in the early 20th century to serve the healthcare needs of the local community. Over the years, it has grown and expanded its services to become a vital part of the healthcare system in the region.
Services
Wiarton Hospital provides a range of healthcare services, including emergency care, surgery, maternity care, and rehabilitation services. It also offers specialized services such as cardiology, oncology, and geriatrics.
Related Terms
- Healthcare: The organized provision of medical care to individuals or a community.
- Emergency Care: The immediate care or treatment given to an individual with an acute illness or injury.
- Surgery: A branch of medicine that employs operations in the treatment of disease or injury.
- Maternity Care: The health services provided to women, babies, and families throughout pregnancy, during childbirth, and after birth.
- Rehabilitation Services: Services designed to restore a patient's physical, sensory, and mental capabilities that were lost due to injury, illness, or disease.
- Cardiology: The study and treatment of disorders of the heart and the blood vessels.
- Oncology: The study and treatment of tumors.
- Geriatrics: The branch of medicine dealing with the health and care of old people.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Wiarton Hospital
- Wikipedia's article - Wiarton Hospital
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