How to Edit the Hospital in Sims 4?
In The Sims 4, building and designing the perfect hospital for your Sims can be a fun and creative task. However, when you first start a new game, you’ll notice that the hospital doesn’t provide much flexibility in terms of editing. Thankfully, there are a few steps you can follow to edit the hospital and turn it into your masterpiece.
Step 1: Unlock Editing Permissions
To begin editing the hospital, you’ll need to ensure that editing permissions are unlocked for your Sim’s doctor. You can do this by completing Level 1: Medical Diagnosis for the doctor by treating several Sims with specific medical ailments. This will automatically unlock the doctor’s editing permissions for the hospital.
Step 2: Prepare Your Ward
Before editing the hospital, you’ll need to set up a fully equipped ward by placing important hospital equipment such as:
• Examination tables
• Medicines
• Hospital beds
Arrange these items accordingly to create a clean and organized look. You can also adjust the layout by moving walls or adding sections to the hospital using the move objects tool (<Ctrl+F3> or <cmd+F3> for Mac).
**Advanced Editing Techniques
Once your ward is prepared, you can start implementing advanced editing techniques such as:
• Delete Walls and Columns: Use the ‘Delete’ option (
• Copy Paste: Clone hospital walls and columns using the ‘Ctrl’ + ‘C’ then ‘Ctrl’ + ‘V’ commands (⌘ + ‘C’ ⌘ + ‘V’ on a Mac) and align them to perfection.
• Rotate Items: Use the mouse wheel (or the ‘+’ and ‘-‘ icons in the top toolbar) to adjust the orientation of hospital objects.
**Additional Hospital Customizations
As you continue editing your hospital, you can:
• Change Hospital Colors and Textures: Adjust the hospital’s background color and objects’ textures using the Color Palette () or the Texture Rollout dialog.
• Add Hospital Corridors: Use the ‘Construct’ tool or copy-paste hospital columns to create corridors between hospital zones.
• Create Departmentalizations: Section off parts of the hospital to create separate wings or specialized areas, like an Urgent Care or MRI department, further customizing the medical facility for your Sims’ needs.
Remember to save your file regularly (or use Quick Save if needed) when making dramatic changes to ensure you have a functional and editable file.
Other FAQs and Answered Question
Q: Is the hospital a Community Lot?
A: Yes, in The Sims 4, a hospital is considered a Community Lot, which requires Sims to be adults or teen Sims to enter or work.
Q: Can I edit Hospital Staff Members?
A: No, currently, Hospital Staff Members can’t be fully edited, excluding their appearance; they will stay in place with their specified roles.
Q: How do I transfer Sims’ Medical Records to Hospital Computers?
A: Once a diagnosis is made at the hospital, the relevant medical records and prescriptions will appear on designated computers, allowing Sims doctors to efficiently access patient information and keep track of records.
Q: Can my Sims start medical careers at hospitals?
A: Yes, your adult Sims with high Charisma scores can pursue career in Medicine, starting in the hospital if there’s availability.
Q: What are other hospital-related benefits for my Sims?
A: Sims earning the Medical skill will access the hospital’s fully equipped MRI and CAT Scan; they may also experience increased opportunities for friendships, social interactions, or even marrying within the same hospital.
Keep in mind some limitations. Hospital Security – a feature – prevents Sims or unwanted visitors to get inside specific hospital areas. Panic States might cause injured Sims panic and flee while being carried, resulting in delays or complications treating the injury.
Important Notes Before Finalizing:
While you’re more than ready to create your dream hospital:
• Consult hospital floor-plans
• Plan staff roles distribution
• Ensure proper area allocation based on hospital needs (e.g. Urgent Care is separate area, not cluttered with ordinary patient rooms)
Ensure your hospital adheres to the city’s zoning ordinance to prevent any repercussions.