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South West Acute Hospital

📍 Enniskillen

Community hospital · founded 1968 · non-profit foundation

About

South West Acute Hospital stands as a vital healthcare resource for the people of Enniskillen 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 of healthcare professionals at South West Acute Hospital is committed to providing compassionate and effective treatment in a modern and welcoming environment. The hospital prides itself on its patient-centred approach, understanding that each individual has unique needs and concerns. Patients can expect clear communication, thorough explanations of treatment options, and a supportive atmosphere throughout their healthcare journey. South West Acute Hospital strives to empower patients to actively participate in their care, fostering a strong partnership between patients and their healthcare providers.

Legal name
South West Acute 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 3

Annual volume

Admissions / yr 46,623
Outpatient 250,000
ED visits 40,000
Births 750
Surgeries 12,500

Emergency capabilities

  • Trauma centre — Level III
  • Stroke: Comprehensive Stroke Centre
  • Door-to-balloon: 66 min (AHA target ≤ 90)
  • Door-to-needle (stroke): 33 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 — Enniskillen

    EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025

Services

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