Lower Bucks Hospital
Lower Bucks Hospital
Lower Bucks Hospital (pronounced: LOH-er buhks HOS-pi-tl) is a community hospital located in Bristol, Pennsylvania. It is a part of the Prime Healthcare Services, a hospital management company based in California.
Etymology
The name "Lower Bucks Hospital" is derived from its location in the lower part of Bucks County, Pennsylvania. The term "hospital" comes from the Latin hospes, signifying a stranger or foreigner, hence a guest. Another noun derived from this, hospitium came to signify hospitality, that is the relation between guest and shelterer, hospitality, friendliness, and hospitable reception.
History
Lower Bucks Hospital was established in 1954 and has been providing comprehensive medical care to the residents of Lower Bucks County and surrounding areas ever since. It is known for its advanced medical facilities and dedicated staff.
Services
Lower Bucks Hospital offers a wide range of medical services including emergency medicine, cardiology, orthopedics, radiology, and surgery. It also provides specialized services such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy.
Related Terms
- Prime Healthcare Services: A hospital management company based in California that manages Lower Bucks Hospital.
- Bucks County: The county in Pennsylvania where Lower Bucks Hospital is located.
- Community Hospital: A type of hospital which is typically smaller than a large metropolitan or regional hospital and primarily serves the healthcare needs of a local community.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Lower Bucks Hospital
- Wikipedia's article - Lower Bucks Hospital
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