osastot
Osasto, plural osastot, is a term used in Finnish to describe a distinct unit within an organization that has a defined function and responsibility. In healthcare, osasto usually refers to an inpatient ward or a medical department dedicated to a particular area of care. In broader organizational use, osasto can also denote a division or section within a larger department, such as a municipal, educational, or corporate unit.
In hospitals, osastot are typically organized by medical specialty or patient group. Common examples include internal
The relationship between osastot and other units is defined by patient flow and care pathways. Patients may