- There is a remarkable shift towards technology and

expert competence in the modern medical care which is

reshaping the hospital services. Though affordability of

cost is questionable, the need is incontrovertible

- Hospitals need a sizable investment in resources and

professionally qualified personnels for prudent

administration and management

- This book provides information and knowledge needed

for hospital management and planning of resources for

efficient optimum use

- The chapters on Intensive Care Unit and services during

disaster management situations and handling of

biomedical waste shall be highly useful for both

administrators and students. It explains adequately the

concept of quality and efficient services in the hospitals.