Alexandra Hospital: A Legacy Of Care
Author | : Chong Lingxiu |
Publisher | : Alexandra Hospital |
Total Pages | : 177 |
Release | : 2024-05-15 |
ISBN-10 | : 9789811729454 |
ISBN-13 | : 981172945X |
Rating | : 4/5 (54 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Alexandra Hospital: A Legacy Of Care, published in May 2024, is the 2nd heritage book published by Alexandra Hospital, under the National University Health System (NUHS). This book showcases stories from the years leading up to the hospital's inception and inauguration, to the early British administration era, the Japanese Occupation, subsequent liberation, and its transition into civilian hands, as well as the journey towards becoming Singapore's first integrated general hospital. Set against the backdrop of major geopolitical and nationwide healthcare events, hear stories from people of various vocations and backgrounds who have played pivotal roles in shaping the history of this institution over the course of more than 8 decades.