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Calvary Adelaide Hospital

📍 Adelaide

University teaching hospital · founded 1894 · public

About

Calvary Adelaide Hospital is a private, not-for-profit hospital dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to the people of Adelaide and surrounding regions. With a strong focus on patient-centered care, the hospital offers a wide range of medical and surgical services, supported by advanced technology and a team of highly skilled healthcare professionals. The hospital boasts a warm and welcoming atmosphere, designed to make patients feel comfortable and supported throughout their healthcare journey. Calvary Adelaide Hospital is committed to providing a holistic approach to care, addressing not only the physical needs of patients but also their emotional and spiritual well-being. Whether you require a routine check-up, complex surgery, or ongoing rehabilitation, Calvary Adelaide Hospital is dedicated to providing you with the personalised care and attention you deserve. The hospital's team of specialists works collaboratively to ensure a seamless and positive experience for every patient.

Legal name
Calvary Adelaide Hospital
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 1

Annual volume

Admissions / yr 46,799
Outpatient 250,000
ED visits 40,000
Births 750
Surgeries 12,500

Emergency capabilities

  • Trauma centre — Level II
  • Stroke: Primary Stroke Centre
  • Door-to-balloon: 69 min (AHA target ≤ 90)
  • Door-to-needle (stroke): 25 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 — Adelaide

    EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025

Services

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