| [from hospice to high-rise hospital--the development of western hospitals]. | departing from the first infirmaries in the roman army installed as valetudinaria exclusively for sick and wounded soldiers the development of western hospital care began based on the idea of love for fellowman. the importance of the order of monte cassino founded by benedict of nursia in the 6th century is emphasized. the role of these hospices important as asylums and hospitals with spiritual assistance is exposed as well as the endeavours of lords, kings and citizens to found hospitals in the ... | 1990 | 2281243 |