Capricorn Coast Hospital

Overview

Capricorn Coast Hospital and Health Service is a healthcare facility serving Yeppoon and surrounding communities on Queensland’s Capricorn Coast. With approximately 15 beds, the hospital provides emergency care, general inpatient services, maternity, palliative care, and outpatient clinics. Operating under Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service, the facility serves a population of approximately 25,000 people in this coastal region east of Rockhampton. Capricorn Coast Hospital offers allied health services, community health programs, and specialised clinics including antenatal care and chronic disease management. The facility underwent refurbishment in recent years to enhance its capabilities and improve patient areas. The hospital maintains connections with larger facilities in Rockhampton through established referral pathways and telehealth capabilities. Capricorn Coast Hospital plays a vital role in this growing coastal community, which experiences significant seasonal population increases during tourist seasons. The facility provides accessible healthcare services with particular expertise in managing marine envenomation and tropical conditions relevant to this coastal location.