Hospital Redevelopment

The new light filled ED creates a warm and calming atmosphere that is accessible 24/7. It is easily accessible with drop-off and pick-up zones located right outside on Morrison Place. 

Our new Emergency Department Short Stay Unit aligns the hospital with the State’s vision for Victorian Emergency Departments. It’s four 24 hours beds allows us to offer designated care for patients who require short-term treatment or monitoring.  

Acute Ophthalmology Service (AOS) 

Many of our ED patients require follow up eye care and are seen in our AOS clinic. This is now located on the ground floor in close proximity to our Emergency Department. The co-location of these services facilitates seamless coordination and collaboration between teams, resulting in improved patient care and streamlined treatment for individuals.   

Eye, ear, nose and throat clinics 

There are over 90 specialist eye and ear, nose and throat clinics located on Level 1. Patients can now benefit from all the clinics being together on one floor rather than having to navigate multiple floors. Eye Clinics are accessible by the main staircase or green lifts and our Ear, Nose, Throat, Audiology and Balance clinics can also be accessed by the main staircase or the blue lifts. 

 

Surgical Admissions and Recovery  

Patients attending the hospital for day surgery arrive on Level 2 via the green lifts to our surgical admissions and recovery area. Located on the same floor, this co-location provides improved orientation and ease of access for patients.  

Inpatient Ward 

Should patient require an overnight stay they are taken to our Inpatient Ward on Level 4. The ward can be accessed by the blue lifts and offers a fresh and bright environment, designed to provide a comfortable and healing atmosphere. The redesigned layout promotes ease of access and improved patient flow, enhancing the overall quality of care we provide. 

Pharmacy and Cashier 

Situated on your immediate right as you enter from the Gisborne Street, the new location of our Pharmacy and Cashier is easy to find and features a light filled waiting area with increased capacity. 

 

Education Precinct 

We’re committed to fostering excellence in education and training for the next generation of healthcare professionals. Our Education Precinct, situated on Levels 4 and 5 includes our:  

• Surgical Skills Lab: Equipped with nine cutting-edge microscopes, this space serves as a training environment for ophthalmologists, otolaryngologists and anaesthetists to refine their practical and theoretical skills.  
• Simulation Centre: This facility boasts both the Virtual Simulation Room, which trains medical staff in surgical techniques using simulators, and the Clinical Simulation Room, designed for delivering practical and theoretical skills training through simulated scenarios.  
• Martin Family Auditorium: This is the flagship of our Education Precinct. The room has the capacity for large lectures with 128 seats and benefits from additional break-out spaces including a foyer, collaboration space and boardroom with breathtaking city views.  
• Library: Established in 1954, our library remains an oasis for clinicians and staff. It houses the largest collection of ophthalmology and otolaryngology resources in Australia, offering a quiet place to collaborate, work and study.  

Re-designed entrances on Gisborne Street and Morrison Place 

Access to the hospital has never been easier than with both Morrison Place and Gisborne Street entrances open to all visitors. Complete with drop off zones at each entrance and short walks from tram stops, accessing the new hospital is a breeze. 

Café 1863 

Named after the year of our founding, Café 1863 is located on the Ground Floor and offers a variety of hot and cold drinks and food. Guests can dine indoors or outside in the new courtyard.