List of hospitals in Scotland

List of hospitals in Scotland is a comprehensive catalogue of the medical facilities located in Scotland. These hospitals provide a range of services, from general medical care to specialized treatments and surgeries. The healthcare system in Scotland is primarily managed by NHS Scotland, the publicly funded healthcare system.

Public Hospitals

Public hospitals in Scotland are managed by 14 regional NHS Boards and a number of special NHS Boards. Some of the notable public hospitals include:

• Aberdeen Royal Infirmary: Located in Aberdeen, it is one of the largest hospitals in Scotland.
• Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh: This teaching hospital in Edinburgh is one of the oldest hospitals in Scotland.
• Glasgow Royal Infirmary: A large teaching hospital, located in the northeastern part of Glasgow.

Private Hospitals

Private hospitals in Scotland offer medical services that are paid for directly by the patient or through private health insurance. Some of the notable private hospitals include:

• Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital: A private hospital in Glasgow offering a wide range of treatments.
• Spire Murrayfield Hospital: Located in Edinburgh, it offers private treatments and surgeries.

Specialized Hospitals

Scotland also has a number of specialized hospitals that focus on specific areas of healthcare. These include:

• Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow: This is the largest children's hospital in Scotland.
• Golden Jubilee National Hospital: Located in Clydebank, it is Scotland's flagship hospital for reducing patient waiting times.

See Also

• Healthcare in Scotland
• NHS Scotland
• List of hospitals in the United Kingdom