Bairnsdale Regional Health Service
📍 BAIRNSDALE
University teaching hospital · founded 1882 · public
About
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS) is a vital healthcare provider in the Gippsland region of Victoria, Australia. Committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, BRHS offers a comprehensive range of services to meet the diverse needs of the community. With a team of dedicated and experienced healthcare professionals, BRHS provides a wide spectrum of medical, surgical, and allied health services. From emergency care to chronic disease management, BRHS strives to provide accessible and compassionate care to all patients. The hospital boasts state-of-the-art facilities and utilises advanced technology to ensure the best possible outcomes for its patients. BRHS is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for all patients. The hospital recognizes the importance of cultural sensitivity and provides language services to ensure clear communication with patients from diverse backgrounds. Additionally, BRHS offers a range of support services to help patients navigate their healthcare journey, including social work, pastoral care, and financial counseling. Whether you require urgent medical attention or ongoing care for a chronic condition, Bairnsdale Regional Health Service is dedicated to providing you with the highest quality of care in a supportive and compassionate environment.
- Legal name
- Bairnsdale Regional Health Service
- Governance
- Board of directors · CEO appointed annually
- Employees
- 2,000
Capacity
Annual volume
Emergency capabilities
- Trauma centre — Level I
- Stroke: Primary Stroke Centre
- Door-to-balloon: 58 min (AHA target ≤ 90)
- Door-to-needle (stroke): 36 min
Subspecialty centres
Transplant programmes
- Cornea
All departments
- Internal Medicine
- Surgery
- Emergency
Quality metrics
| Metric | Value | Benchmark |
|---|---|---|
| Risk-adjusted 30d mortality | 4.1% | EU avg 3.0% |
| HAI rate per 1000 patient-days | 3.6 | EU avg 1.8 |
| 30d readmission rate | 24% | EU avg 14% |
| Patient satisfaction (HCAHPS-like) | -10% | EU avg 76% |
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Patient experience
- Room categories
- ward · semi-private · private
- Meals
- standard · halal · kosher · vegan · gluten-free · pediatric
- Chaplaincy
- Christian · Muslim · Jewish
- Private bathroom
- private + suite rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Free in all rooms
Awards & rankings
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Top hospital — BAIRNSDALE
EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025
Services
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