Community hospital
Community Hospital
A Community Hospital (pronunciation: /kəˈmjuːnɪti ˈhɒspɪtəl/) is a type of healthcare facility that provides a range of services to the local community. The term is primarily used in the United States, but similar institutions exist in other countries under different names.
Etymology
The term "Community Hospital" is derived from the English words "community" and "hospital". "Community" (from Latin communitas) refers to a group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common, while "hospital" (from Latin hospitale) means a charitable institution for the needy, aged, infirm, or young.
Description
Community Hospitals are typically smaller than tertiary care hospitals and primarily serve the healthcare needs of the local population. They offer a wide range of services, including emergency care, primary care, surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, and diagnostic services. Some Community Hospitals also provide specialized services such as cardiology, oncology, and orthopedics.
Community Hospitals play a crucial role in the healthcare system, providing accessible and affordable care to communities, particularly in rural and underserved areas. They are often the first point of contact for patients and play a vital role in both preventative care and disease management.
Related Terms
- Primary Care: The day-to-day healthcare given by a health care provider.
- Tertiary Care: Specialized consultative healthcare, usually for inpatients and on referral from a primary or secondary health professional.
- Emergency Care: The immediate care or treatment given to an ill or injured person.
- Obstetrics and Gynecology: A branch of medicine that specializes in the care of women during pregnancy and childbirth and in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the female reproductive organs.
- Diagnostic Services: Services that determine the presence, absence, or extent of disease and provide valuable data for diagnosis and treatment.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Community hospital
- Wikipedia's article - Community hospital
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