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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

Total beds 500
ICU 40
NICU 10
PICU 7
OR theatres 16
Delivery rooms 5
ED bays 20
Cath labs 3

Annual volume

Admissions / yr 45,324
Outpatient 250,000
ED visits 40,000
Births 750
Surgeries 12,500

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

MetricValueBenchmark
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

  • Top hospital — BAIRNSDALE

    EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025

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