Legal Definitions - nosocomus

Definition: A person who manages a hospital that cares for paupers.

Examples:

• The nosocomus was responsible for overseeing the care of the poor patients in the hospital.
• During the 19th century, many nosocomi worked in hospitals that provided free medical care to those who couldn't afford it.

The term "nosocomus" comes from the Greek word for "an attendant on the side." In history, it referred to someone who managed a hospital that cared for people who were too poor to pay for medical treatment. The examples illustrate how the nosocomus was responsible for overseeing the care of these patients and ensuring that they received the medical attention they needed.