Lorn and Islands Hospital

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Lorn and Islands Hospital is a district general hospital located in Oban, Scotland. It is managed by the NHS Highland.

History[edit | edit source]

The hospital was established in 1995, replacing the former Oban District General Hospital. It was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II in 1996.

Facilities[edit | edit source]

The hospital has a range of facilities including an Accident and Emergency department, Maternity ward, Radiology department, and Pathology laboratory. It also has a number of outpatient clinics and a Day surgery unit.

Services[edit | edit source]

Lorn and Islands Hospital provides a wide range of services including General surgery, Orthopedics, Obstetrics and gynaecology, Pediatrics, and Psychiatry. It also offers Physiotherapy, Occupational therapy, and Speech and language therapy services.

Community[edit | edit source]

The hospital serves a wide community area including the towns of Oban, Lochgilphead, and Campbeltown, as well as the islands of Mull, Iona, Coll, Tiree, Colonsay, Islay, and Jura.

See also[edit | edit source]

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD