Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
policlinica
Noun
/pɒlɪˈklɪnɪkə/
Definition
A medical facility that provides a variety of outpatient services across different specialties.
Examples
- The policlinica offers specialized services in cardiology, dermatology, and orthopedics.
- Visiting a policlinica allows patients to receive comprehensive care without needing hospital admission.
- Many towns have a policlinica to serve their residents’ diverse medical needs.
Meaning
The term ‘policlinica’ refers to a type of clinic that offers multiple healthcare services and specialties under one roof, usually serving patients on an outpatient basis.
Synonyms
- Multi-specialty clinic
- Outpatient clinic
- Health center