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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

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 45,357
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: 63 min (AHA target ≤ 90)
  • Door-to-needle (stroke): 32 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 — Waterford

    EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025

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