Royal Victoria Hospital, Dundee

Royal Victoria Hospital, Dundee is a healthcare facility located in Dundee, Scotland. It is managed by NHS Tayside and provides a range of medical services to the local community.

History

The Royal Victoria Hospital was established in 1899, originally as a sanatorium for patients suffering from tuberculosis. The hospital was named in honour of Queen Victoria, who had recently passed away. Over the years, the hospital has undergone several expansions and renovations to accommodate the growing healthcare needs of the Dundee community.

Services

The Royal Victoria Hospital offers a wide range of medical services. These include general medicine, surgery, orthopaedics, ophthalmology, ear, nose and throat (ENT) services, and geriatric medicine. The hospital also houses a pharmacy and a radiology department.

Facilities

The hospital has a total of 150 beds, spread across various wards and departments. It also features a physiotherapy department, a dietetics department, and a speech and language therapy department. The hospital is equipped with modern medical equipment and technologies to provide high-quality care to its patients.

Staff

The Royal Victoria Hospital employs a team of dedicated healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, pharmacists, physiotherapists, and administrative staff. The staff are committed to providing the best possible care to the patients and ensuring their comfort and well-being.

See Also

• NHS Tayside
• Healthcare in Scotland
• List of hospitals in Scotland