Royal Berkshire Hospital Private
📍 Reading
Community hospital · founded 1880 · non-profit foundation
About
The Royal Berkshire Hospital is a leading healthcare provider in Reading, offering a comprehensive range of services to meet the diverse needs of its patients. With a dedicated team of highly skilled professionals and state-of-the-art facilities, the hospital is committed to delivering exceptional care and improving the health and well-being of the community. The hospital boasts a wide range of specialties, ensuring patients have access to expert care for various medical conditions. From cardiology and oncology to pediatrics and surgery, the Royal Berkshire Hospital provides a comprehensive approach to healthcare. Its dedicated staff is committed to providing personalised care, ensuring each patient receives the attention and support they need. The Royal Berkshire Hospital is easily accessible, located in the heart of Reading. It offers convenient opening hours, allowing patients to access the care they need when it suits them. The hospital is committed to providing a welcoming and comfortable environment, ensuring patients feel at ease during their visit.
- Legal name
- Royal Berkshire Hospital Private
- Governance
- Board of directors · CEO appointed annually
- Employees
- 4,000
Capacity
Annual volume
Emergency capabilities
- Trauma centre — Level III
- Stroke: Thrombectomy-capable
- Door-to-balloon: 52 min (AHA target ≤ 90)
- Door-to-needle (stroke): 30 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 — Reading
EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025
Services
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