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$10m reopening for Sunshine Coast hospital

Thursday 20th February, 2025

Sunshine Coast residents can look forward to upgraded healthcare following the reopening of Caloundra Private Day Hospital after a $10 million redevelopment.

The Ramsay Health Care facility has had a complete transformation, and now focuses on offering ophthalmology and endoscopy services.

Its capacity has been significantly expanded, with three state-of-the-art operating theatres and new patient support areas.

"Caloundra Private Day Hospital will offer the community convenient access to high-quality, compassionate care in a modern and comfortable setting, close to home," said Claire Thurwood, National CEO of Ramsay Surgical Centres.

"The upgraded theatres are equipped with modern technology and were purpose-built to provide leading endoscopy and ophthalmology services."

Ms Thurwood saidthe hospital would focus on tailored care, catering to the unique needs of each patient.

"Our patient areas were designed to provide the highest level of comfort and efficiency," she added.

"We want patients to experience a seamless and comfortable journey from admission to discharge.

Nurse Unit Manager Maree Abbot and Director of Clinical Services Michelle Pulford with Caloundra Private Day Hospital's first patient after reopening
Nurse Unit Manager Maree Abbot and Director of Clinical Services Michelle Pulford with Caloundra Private Day Hospital's first patient after reopening

Caloundra Private Day Hospital is co-located with Ramsay Clinic Caloundra, which provides comprehensive mental health inpatient services.

"Ramsay is committed to offering the community a holistic approach to healthcare, offering both physical and mental health services in one location," Ms Thurwood said.

Caloundra opened in 1984, then known as Andrea Ahern Private Hospital, and joined the Ramsay group in 2005.

Australia's largest private hospitals operator also has Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital, Nambour Selangor Private Hospital and Noosa Hospital in its portfolio of 70-plus sites across the country.

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