Patients at Wollongong Hospital are one step closer to benefitting from additional medical imaging services, following the appointment of the main works contractor to oversee the installation of new MRI and CT scanners at the hospital.
The work is part of the NSW Government’s $21.9 million investment to enhance health services and infrastructure at Wollongong Hospital, which includes an additional MRI and CT machine to meet increased demand for these imaging services at the hospital. These new machines will be in addition to the one existing MRI and two existing CT machines currently at Wollongong Hospital.
Taylor Construction Group has been engaged following a competitive tender process to redevelop the space within the hospital, as well as relocate the existing Medical Assessment Centre (MAC) to a new location within the hospital, which will enable the provision of expanded outpatient services at the hospital.
The works will ensure CT and MRI scanners are closely located to the Emergency Department (ED) on the ground floor of the Hospital, providing patients with timely access to these services. The relocated MAC will improve patient flow from the ED, reducing treatment times and improving patient outcomes and their overall experience of care received.
Main works construction is expected to start in early 2025, with the medical imaging works expected to be completed in late 2025.
The $21.9 million investment also includes funding for planning of Wollongong Hospital’s future expansion. The community will continue to be updated as planning progresses.
Quotes attributable to Health Minister Ryan Park:
“I’m thrilled that we are moving forward to house these extra MRI and CT scanners, which will meet the Illawarra community’s growing demand for these important services.
“The expansion will mean faster and more efficient care for patients and more resources for the hard-working staff at Wollongong Hospital.”
Quotes attributable to Member for Wollongong Paul Scully:
“The works to deliver additional imaging technology will provide the best healthcare for our region.
“It will support Wollongong Hospital’s growth and provide patients access to the latest medical technology at their doorstep.”