Seismic Resilience Assessment of Hospital Infrastructure 1st Edition

Seismic Resilience Assessment of Hospital Infrastructure — 1st Edition by Qingxue Shang, Tao Wang, Jichao Li, and Mohammad Noori delivers a timely, authoritative guide for safeguarding healthcare facilities in earthquake-prone regions. If you care about uninterrupted patient care, structural safety, and community readiness, this book immediately captures attention with rigorous, practice-focused strategies.

This volume translates advanced seismic engineering into practical assessment tools: performance-based evaluation, fragility analysis, probabilistic seismic hazard methods, and retrofit prioritization tailored to hospitals’ unique needs. Rich case studies and clear methodology make complex concepts accessible to structural engineers, facility managers, emergency planners, and policy makers. The writing balances technical depth with actionable recommendations that improve hospital functionality after major seismic events.

Imagine a hospital designed or retrofitted to preserve critical systems and patient flow when it matters most. This book shows how to prioritize investments, reduce downtime, and enhance life-safety outcomes—benefits essential for regions from the Asia-Pacific and California to the Mediterranean, Middle East, and Latin America. For government agencies and international aid organizations working in developing countries, the guidance helps align resilience planning with limited budgets and high stakes.

Whether you’re overseeing a hospital campus, conducting seismic risk assessments, or shaping regional healthcare resilience policy, this first edition is an indispensable resource. Add Seismic Resilience Assessment of Hospital Infrastructure — 1st Edition to your professional library today to turn seismic risk into measurable resilience and ensure your facility stands ready when the next earthquake strikes.

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