Midland Metropolitan Hospital

Midland Metropolitan Hospital is a state-of-the-art hospital located in Smethwick, West Midlands, England. It is managed by the Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust.

History

The Midland Metropolitan Hospital was first proposed in 2007 as a part of the NHS's plan to modernize healthcare facilities in the West Midlands. The construction of the hospital began in 2015 and was completed in 2021. The hospital was officially opened to the public in October 2021.

Facilities

The hospital boasts a wide range of facilities including an emergency department, maternity ward, children's ward, and intensive care unit. It also has a number of specialist departments such as cardiology, neurology, and orthopedics. The hospital is equipped with the latest medical technology and has a capacity of 670 beds.

Services

Midland Metropolitan Hospital provides a comprehensive range of services including emergency care, maternity care, pediatric care, and elderly care. It also offers specialist services in areas such as cardiology, neurology, orthopedics, and oncology. The hospital is also a major trauma center for the West Midlands region.

Research and Education

The hospital is involved in a number of medical research projects and is affiliated with several medical schools for the training of medical students and nurses. It also offers postgraduate medical education and continuing professional development programs for healthcare professionals.

See Also

• List of hospitals in England
• Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust
• National Health Service