Health care

Health care

Of or pertaining to the prevention and treatment of illness, and the preservation of physical and mental well-being, through the services provided by medical professionals.

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neurological services

Health care; Hospitals

Provides operative and non-operative management of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous system.

nuclear medicine department

Health care; Hospitals

Provides medical imaging services using radioactive isotopes to diagnose and treat disease.

nutrition program department

Health care; Hospitals

Plans meal programs for patients.

obstetrics unit

Health care; Hospitals

Offers a wide range of services to expectant mothers, including childbirth and parenting classes, sibling and grandparent programs, car seat rental services, etc.

occupational health services

Health care; Hospitals

Includes services designed to protect employees from hazards in the work environment.

occupational therapy services

Health care; Hospitals

Instructs patients in self-care, such as bathing and dressing, and in learning ways to maintain daily routines despite disability. Some duplication with Physical Therapy Services.