Implementation of an Environmentally Friendly Approach of a Hospital-Practice of Medical Waste Disposal

Abstract

Gama Hospital is a well-known private hospital in Taiwan. In addition to medical treatment technology, hospital management and cost control are also excellent. Regarding the treatment of medical waste, one must consider the cost and also the environmental implications. Waste disposal, besides the inevitable treatment after its emergence, should be given more attention during the course of medical execution. In the practice of the hospital, the actual waste treatment cost was reduced. The main factor is that the hospital promotes a series of waste treatment education and training. In addition to medical personnel, patients and family members also participate in medical waste reduction and correct handling activities, successfully completing the hospital's waste reduction target and achieving sustainable environmental social responsibility.