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Bronglais General Hospital

📍 Aberystwyth

University teaching hospital · founded 1950 · public

About

Bronglais General Hospital serves as a vital healthcare resource for the residents of Aberystwyth and the surrounding areas. The hospital offers a comprehensive range of services, ensuring that patients have access to high-quality care close to home. From routine check-ups to complex procedures, the dedicated team at Bronglais is committed to providing compassionate and effective treatment in a modern and welcoming environment. The hospital prides itself on its patient-centred approach, recognising the importance of individual needs and preferences. Patients can expect clear communication, thorough explanations of treatment options, and ongoing support throughout their healthcare journey. Bronglais General Hospital strives to create a positive experience for every patient, fostering a sense of trust and confidence in the care received.

Legal name
Bronglais General Hospital
Governance
Board of directors · CEO appointed annually
Employees
2,500

Capacity

Total beds 500
ICU 40
NICU 10
PICU 7
OR theatres 16
Delivery rooms 5
ED bays 20
Cath labs 1

Annual volume

Admissions / yr 45,824
Outpatient 250,000
ED visits 40,000
Births 750
Surgeries 12,500

Emergency capabilities

  • Trauma centre — Level III
  • Stroke: Primary Stroke Centre
  • Door-to-balloon: 46 min (AHA target ≤ 90)
  • Door-to-needle (stroke): 32 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 — Aberystwyth

    EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025

Services

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