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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

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 46,175
Outpatient 250,000
ED visits 40,000
Births 750
Surgeries 12,500

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

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 — Reading

    EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025

Services

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