This series consists of correspondence to and from the State Hospital Commission, individuals, institutions, and agencies relating to administration of the Buffalo State Hospital or to individual patient care. Topics include budgets, staff activity, staff and patient accidents, and general institutional operations. Also included are letters to relatives informing them of the health of patients.
Creator
Buffalo State Hospital. Superintendent's Office
Access Restrictions
Restricted in accordance with Mental Hygiene Law, Section 33.13, relating to confidentiality of clinical records. Access is permitted under certain conditions upon approval by the Office of Mental Health.
This series includes reports of visits to Buffalo State Hospital conducted by the Board of Visitors, members of the State Hospital Commission, and medical inspectors; records relating to patient admission and discharge; and records (steward's letters, store accounts, and inventories) pertaining to purchase and use of supplies and materials at the institution. There are also census books of patients. Some records are restricted.
Creator
Buffalo State Hospital. Superintendent's Office
Access Restrictions
Restricted in accordance with Mental Hygiene Law, Section 33.13, relating to confidentiality of clinical records. Access is permitted under certain conditions upon approval by the Office of Mental Health.