Delivering record elective surgeries for Tasmanians

The Tasmanian Government is delivering more elective surgeries than ever before.

Minister for Health, Mental Health and Wellbeing, Bridget Archer, said the first Statewide Elective Surgery Four-Year Plan 2021-2025 significantly improved elective surgical services for the Tasmanian community – with record levels of elective surgery activity.

“For the third consecutive year, we’ve delivered record numbers of elective surgeries, with over 22,500 elective surgeries performed in 2024-25 – more than 61 surgeries every single day,” Minister Archer said.

“There has been a 46.1 per cent increase in the volume of elective surgeries conducted each year, compared to the level delivered prior to the first elective surgery plan.

“Our dedicated doctors, nurses and health professionals work tirelessly to deliver these strong results, and are backed in by record funding to ensure they have the tools they need to continue this progress.

“The second Elective Surgery Four-Year Plan 2025-2029 focuses on maintaining record levels of elective surgery while also investing in reforms that focus on driving efficiency and improving outcomes.

“We will be investing more than $70 million over the next four years to keep the momentum going.

“Our Government is delivering for Tasmanians, and we will continue to invest in our healthcare system and support our workforce to ensure everyone can access the right care, in the right place, at the right time.”