A new, state-of-the-art private hospital worth nearly $100 million has opened its doors to the Terrey Hills community. The Wyvern Private Hospital, located on Myoora Road, will provide much-needed surgical and rehabilitation services to residents of the northern beaches.
The hospital boasts 85 beds, eight operating theatres, a cardiac catheterisation lab, and a hydrotherapy pool, all designed with patient comfort in mind. Features like floor-to-ceiling windows with bushland views and a rooftop garden aim to create a peaceful healing environment.
Services and Specialities
Wyvern Private Hospital will offer a wide range of medical and surgical services. These include spinal surgery, neurosurgery, orthopaedic surgery, vascular surgery, interventional cardiology, pain management, and ophthalmology. The hospital is expected to cater to the area’s ageing population, focusing on orthopaedics and spinal neurosurgery.
A Boost for the Community
When fully operational, the hospital is expected to create around 150 jobs, including doctors, nurses, and administrative staff positions. Wyvern Health Chair Dr William Sears highlighted the importance of providing world-class healthcare close to home for residents of the northern beaches. He stressed the hospital’s commitment to delivering high-quality services to patients, staff, and the community.
Environmental Considerations
The hospital has been built with a focus on environmental sustainability. Wyvern has set aside 35% of the site as a protected natural area, including a coastal upland swamp. They have also installed nesting boxes for local wildlife and planted 250 banksias.
Phased Opening
While the first patients were admitted earlier this month, the hospital will gradually increase its capacity in the new year. Hospital CEO Carol Bryant said they would have a quieter period over Christmas and ramp up operations in January. She confirmed that while they are still recruiting staff, they have enough personnel to care for the first patients.
Published Date 27-December-2024
