Description
A Century of Compassion: A History of the Austin Hospital tells the story of the Austin Hospital and its development over one hundred years of providing healthcare to the community. The book explores the hospital’s origins, its growth and the many changes it experienced as medicine and healthcare developed. It looks at the doctors, nurses, patients and other staff who contributed to the hospital, as well as important events that shaped its history. Through photographs, records and personal stories, the book provides a picture of what hospital life was like in different periods and how medical treatment changed over time.
The book is also a reflection of the important role the Austin Hospital has played in the wider community. It shows how the hospital adapted to new medical discoveries, technologies and changing social needs while continuing to care for patients. By focusing on the people who worked and were treated there, A Century of Compassion presents history from a personal perspective rather than simply listing dates and events. It provides an interesting insight into the development of healthcare in Australia and the dedication of the people who helped make the Austin Hospital an important part of the community.
In very good condition with some yellowing on the pages and use on the plastic cover.
Dimensions: 22cm x 14cm
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