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Emergency Department Expansion Complete

  • Warrnambool Base Hospital
  • Redevelopment
  • Emergency Department
Tuesday, 03 Dec 2024

South West Healthcare is pleased to announce the successful completion of the Warrnambool Base Hospital Emergency Department Expansion project.

Commencing in early 2024, the extensive expansion and refurbishment has transformed our existing Emergency Department and enhanced comfort for patients and visitors across the South West region.

The refurbished Emergency Department at the Warrnambool Campus now features:

  • A brand-new ambulance bay with improved emergency vehicle access
  • Key clinical features including multiple assessment spaces, a triage reception area and an additional triage bay close to the waiting room for timely patient access and better privacy.
  • An isolation waiting room for respiratory conditions and isolation clinical assessment space
  • A dedicated clinical-write up space for Ambulance Victoria officers
  • A range of brand-new amenities including gender neutral bathrooms
  • A new adult waiting area and separate paediatric waiting area, featuring interactive games play panel
  • 24-hour security office
  • A brand-new medication room

Emergency Department Nurse Unit Manager, Jessica Brereton, said the new facilities reflect South West Healthcare’s commitment to providing modern healthcare facilities, comparable to those in metropolitan areas.

The Emergency Department Expansion Project was completed on-time and within budget and sets a high standard for healthcare delivery in the region.

We look forward to supporting our community in this modern and welcoming space.

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