Observation in Ryehill Health Centre

After the tutorial with Hazel, I come to Ryehill Health Centre to do my field observation. It is a community health centre in Perth Road, not far away from our college.

From the outside appearance, it is a medium size as a medical institution. Brown wall, blank tiles and dark red wooden entrance make this health centre inviting and welcoming.

This centre divides into two parts, one is G. P. Clinic and the other is Community Services.

In the reception of G. P. Clinic, the color of wall is yellow-green, making the space very strange. Some chairs’ cushions are broken and look like lack of budget.

In the waiting room, the circumstance is a little bit better, but it still not too comfortable for patients to wait there. There are too many leaflets on the desk of reception and looks very messy. The carpet is dark gray and brown, looks dirty and hard to clean.

One doctor’s office is open so I have a look at that space. It looks like a home not a doctor’s office. Too messy and too clutter. But from the other side of view, the wall’s color is very soft and raises harmony for visitors.

Turn to the other side of the health centre - Community Services. The interior environment is better than the former. The space looks clean, tidy, bright and warm. A TV set in the corner is broadcasting the TV series. The negative one is the color of chairs’ cushions is harsh.

All in all, it is a qualified and welcoming health centre.