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Royal Hampshire County Hospital

📍 Winchester

University teaching hospital · founded 1862 · public

About

Royal Hampshire County Hospital (RHCH) is a leading healthcare provider in Winchester, United Kingdom, dedicated to delivering exceptional care to the community. With a team of highly skilled and experienced medical professionals, RHCH offers a comprehensive range of services across various specialties, ensuring patients receive the best possible treatment and support. The hospital boasts state-of-the-art facilities and advanced medical technology, allowing for accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and optimal patient outcomes. RHCH prioritises patient comfort and well-being, providing a welcoming and supportive environment throughout their healthcare journey. Whether you require emergency care, specialist consultations, or ongoing treatment, RHCH is committed to meeting your individual needs with compassion and expertise. The hospital's dedicated staff is always available to answer your questions, address your concerns, and guide you through every step of your healthcare experience.

Legal name
Royal Hampshire County Hospital
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 46,075
Outpatient 250,000
ED visits 40,000
Births 750
Surgeries 12,500

Emergency capabilities

  • Trauma centre — Level I
  • Stroke: Comprehensive Stroke Centre
  • Door-to-balloon: 67 min (AHA target ≤ 90)
  • Door-to-needle (stroke): 31 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 — Winchester

    EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025

Services

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