Delivering a bigger, better ED at the RHH

In another significant step forward for healthcare in southern Tasmania, construction tenders have now been invited for the next stage of the $130 million Emergency Department (ED) expansion at the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH).

Minister for Health, Mental Health and Wellbeing, Bridget Archer, said this is another exciting step forward for the expansion, with the redeveloped facilities to support better health outcomes for Tasmanians.

“The expanded ED will deliver 120 treatment points and points of care, including procedure rooms, as well as CT and X-Ray bays and two ultrasound rooms,” Minister Archer said.

“The design also includes a new paediatric zone and dedicated waiting areas for children and for those experiencing mental health distress.

“Importantly, the expansion design has been informed by key stakeholders and clinicians, as well as research into expected patient demand by specialist health planners.

“Throughout the expansion, the ongoing delivery of health services and patient safety will remain our top priority.”

The main works involve renovating the Lower Ground and Level 3 of J-Block, as well as building works in the hospital forecourt on Liverpool Street and the Lower Ground of H-Block.

To enable construction, the ED will temporarily relocate to Argyle Street, where a temporary ED entrance will be built.

Renders are available here.