St Barnabas Hospital (Eastern Cape)

St Barnabas Hospital is a public hospital located in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa. It is a district hospital in the Alfred Nzo District Municipality, serving the local community with essential healthcare services.

History

St Barnabas Hospital was established in the early 20th century, with the aim of providing healthcare services to the local community. The hospital has undergone several expansions and renovations over the years to accommodate the growing population and healthcare needs of the region.

Services

St Barnabas Hospital offers a range of healthcare services, including emergency care, maternity care, paediatric care, surgical services, and outpatient services. The hospital also has a pharmacy that provides prescribed medications to patients.

Facilities

The hospital has a capacity of 110 beds, divided into various wards such as general ward, maternity ward, paediatric ward, and surgical ward. The hospital also has a laboratory for diagnostic tests, a radiology department for imaging services, and a rehabilitation department for physical therapy and other rehabilitative services.

Staff

The hospital is staffed by a team of dedicated healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, pharmacists, laboratory technicians, and administrative staff. The staff is committed to providing high-quality healthcare services to the patients.

Location

St Barnabas Hospital is located in the town of Libode, in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa. The hospital is easily accessible by road and is well-connected to the surrounding areas.

See Also

• Healthcare in South Africa
• List of hospitals in South Africa