Cooma Hospital And Health Service

Overview

Cooma Hospital and Health Service is a rural healthcare facility serving the township of Cooma and surrounding communities in the Snowy Monaro region of NSW. With approximately 40 beds, the hospital provides emergency care, general medicine, surgery, maternity, pediatrics, dialysis, palliative care, and mental health services. Operating under Southern NSW Local Health District, Cooma Hospital serves a population of approximately 10,000 people, with significant seasonal variations during the winter ski season when the population of the region swells substantially. The facility underwent redevelopment in recent years, opening a new hospital building in 2020 with enhanced capabilities. Cooma Hospital offers outpatient clinics, allied health services, and community health programs tailored to local needs. The hospital plays a vital role in this regional center located approximately 115 kilometers south of Canberra, serving as the gateway to the Snowy Mountains and providing essential healthcare services for both residents and visitors to this popular alpine region with its unique pattern of seasonal demands.