Summary

Hospital Architecture: Specialist Clinics and Medical Departments is an extensive and detailed collection of architecture in the many facets of contemporary health care provision. Tapping on the experience of experts in their fields, this volume surveys about 50 specialist clinics and medical departments, including surgery, gynecology, obstetrics, pediatrics and psychiatry. It features insightful discussions on many specialized aspects of hospital architecture, including obstetrics, psychiatry, rehabilitation and hospital branding. Illustrated with a wealth of photographs and floor plans, this reference is designed to facilitate easy comparison of the buildings in terms of size and function, including examination, treatment, care, administration, social services, research and education, and operational and technical facilities.