Mona Vale Hospital Update

Satellite Dialysis Unit

The new Satellite Dialysis Unit is now completed and in operation. This is an essential addition to our hospital that will enable Pittwater residents to access local dialysis services rather than travelling to Royal North Shore.

Maternity Services

From July 1 2009 maternity services will be temporarily re-located to Manly Hospital whilst asbestos removal renovations are carried out on the maternity ward. We are still awaiting a more precise timeframe from the Health Department as to when maternity services will recommence at Mona Vale, as well as a guarantee that all existing services and staff will be returning. It is hoped that these details will be announced shortly to allow expectant mothers to plan ahead for the birth of their children.

Asbestos Removal Program

Following the asbestos removal process being carried out on the maternity ward, the program will then progress throughout the hospital to appropriately address further asbestos concerns in other wards.

Sterilisation Program

Funding has been secured for the upgrading of the hospital’s sterilising services. This will include the purchasing of new sterilising equipment as well as structural building improvements to the sterilising department. Whilst this is likely to involve some disruption to elective surgery, it is an essential upgrade that will improve safety and reduce infection risks for patients.

Medical Assessment Unit

It has been announced that Mona Vale hospital will be receiving funding for a new $2.1m Medical Assessment Unit. This is designed to improve the efficiency of the patient assessment process, resulting in less strain on hospital services and faster treatment times for patients.