Bankstown Lidcombe Hospital

Bankstown Lidcombe Hospital is a major metropolitan hospital located in Bankstown, New South Wales, Australia. It is managed by the South Western Sydney Local Health District and provides a wide range of medical, surgical and maternity services.

History

The Bankstown Lidcombe Hospital was established in 1996 following the amalgamation of the Bankstown and Lidcombe hospitals. The hospital has undergone significant expansion and redevelopment over the years to meet the growing healthcare needs of the local community.

Services

The hospital offers a comprehensive range of services including emergency, general medicine, general surgery, orthopaedics, obstetrics and gynaecology, paediatrics, psychiatry, rehabilitation medicine, and intensive care medicine. It also has a cancer care centre that provides chemotherapy and radiotherapy services.

Facilities

The hospital has modern facilities including a 24-hour Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit, Operating Theatres, Maternity Ward, Paediatric Ward, Mental Health Unit, and Outpatient Clinics. It also has a Pathology department and Radiology department for diagnostic services.

Research and Education

The hospital is affiliated with the University of New South Wales and Western Sydney University, providing clinical training for medical, nursing and allied health students. It is also involved in various clinical research projects to improve patient care and outcomes.

Community Engagement

The hospital works closely with the local community to improve health services and outcomes. It has a Community Advisory Committee that provides input into the planning and delivery of services.

See Also

• Healthcare in Australia
• List of hospitals in Australia