A hospital is a health care institution that provides medical and
surgical treatment for patients. Hospitals typically have emergency
departments, inpatient and outpatient services, diagnostic facilities,
operating rooms, and a staff of health care professionals, including
doctors, nurses, and support staff. The goal of a hospital is to provide
high-quality and effective medical care to patients in need. Hospitals
may be public or private, non-profit or for-profit, and may specialize
in specific areas of medicine such as pediatrics, oncology, or
cardiology. The availability and quality of hospital services can vary
greatly between countries and regions.