University Hospital Waterford
📍 Waterford
Private hospital · founded 1889 · university
About
University Hospital Waterford (UHW) is a modern, dynamic hospital committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care to the people of Waterford and the surrounding region. With a team of dedicated healthcare professionals, UHW offers a comprehensive range of services across various specialties, ensuring patients receive the best possible care close to home.UHW boasts state-of-the-art facilities and advanced technology, allowing its expert medical staff to diagnose and treat a wide spectrum of conditions. The hospital prioritises patient comfort and well-being, creating a welcoming and supportive environment for individuals seeking medical attention.UHW is deeply invested in the local community, actively participating in research and education initiatives. The hospital collaborates with University College Cork to provide training opportunities for future healthcare professionals, ensuring the continued delivery of exceptional care for generations to come.
- Legal name
- University Hospital Waterford
- Governance
- Board of directors · CEO appointed annually
- Employees
- 4,000
Capacity
Annual volume
Emergency capabilities
- Trauma centre — Level I
- Stroke: Comprehensive Stroke Centre
- Door-to-balloon: 63 min (AHA target ≤ 90)
- Door-to-needle (stroke): 32 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 — Waterford
EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025
Services
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