Gayndah Hospital

Overview

Gayndah Hospital is a small rural healthcare facility serving the township of Gayndah and surrounding communities in Queensland’s North Burnett region. With approximately 14 beds, the hospital provides emergency care, general inpatient services, aged care, respite care, and outpatient clinics. Operating under Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service, Gayndah Hospital serves a community of approximately 2,000 people in this agricultural area known for citrus production and cattle grazing. The facility employs telehealth capabilities to connect patients with specialists in larger centers and maintains established transfer protocols for cases requiring more complex care. Gayndah Hospital offers community health programs, visiting allied health services, and preventative healthcare initiatives tailored to the needs of this rural community. The hospital plays a vital role in this small township located approximately 320 kilometers northwest of Brisbane, providing accessible healthcare services with a focus on primary care, aged care, and agricultural health that reflects the area’s demographic profile and primary industries. The facility serves as an important healthcare hub for the broader North Burnett region.