An outpatients department is a medical facility where patients receive treatment without being admitted to the hospital. There are several synonyms for this term, including outpatient clinic, ambulatory care center, and day clinic. Other synonyms include outpatient service, outpatient unit, outpatient facility, outpatient center, and outpatient ward. In some cases, these terms may refer to specific types of outpatient services such as diagnostic procedures or rehabilitation programs. Regardless of the terminology used, these facilities offer patients a range of medical services and treatments in a convenient and accessible setting, ensuring that they receive the care they need without having to be admitted to the hospital.