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The Tuberculosis and Chest Clinic.
I he new Clinic, opened in September, 1935, is situated in the
grounds of Durban House, and is constructed to provide up-todate
facilities for the diagnosis, care and treatment of sufferers
from Tuberculosis, whilst affording opportunities for careful
investigation of chcst cases generally and the supervision of
contacts.
The outstanding features of the Clinic are lofty and wellventilated
rooms, providing the maximum of light and air and so
arranged that patients, whether for consultation, X-ray investigation,
artificial pneumothorax or other treatment, will receive
attention expeditiously and with due regard to their privacy and
comfort. The sequence of the Waiting Room adjoining and the
Record Office, Nurses and Weighing Rooms, separate Cubicles
and Consultation Room, X-ray Room and Operating Room ensures
an efficient system in the working of the Clinic. The object is
to prevent confusion during a busv session and avoid those long
and dreary periods of waiting which affect the regular attendance
of patients.
The Waiting Room affords ample accommodation and can be
used alternatively as a Lecture Room or for the purpose of instruction
in occupational Therapy.
On the first floor, rest room accommodation is provided for
the medical and nursing staff, and an after-care Committee room,
and a small kitchen for the use of the staff. A flat roof over a
portion of the building will permit of rest and recreation for
patients if required.
The modern equipment which has been installed will ensure
complete scientific investigation in every case, whilst clerical services
and the system of record keeping will afford to both medical
and nursing staff, complete and ready information.
The building was erected by direct labour under the supervision
of Mr. A. T. Bridgewater, F.S.I., Borough Engineer and
Surveyor.