Hospital Architecture: General Hospitals and Health Centers 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 presents about fifty general hospitals and health centers, and features perceptive commentary on basic subjects in hospital architecture including examination, treatment, nursing, and care. 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．