Royal Hobart Hospital

Overview

Royal Hobart Hospital is Tasmania’s principal referral hospital and largest teaching facility, providing tertiary care services for the entire state. With approximately 500 beds, this major public hospital offers the most comprehensive range of specialist services in Tasmania, including complex cardiac care, neurosurgery, vascular surgery, major trauma, neonatal intensive care, and specialised cancer treatments. Operating as part of the Tasmanian Health Service, the facility serves as the major referral center for complex cases from throughout Tasmania, reducing the need for interstate transfers. Located in Hobart’s CBD, the hospital has undergone significant redevelopment in recent years with a new K-Block expanding capacity and modernising facilities. Royal Hobart Hospital serves as Tasmania’s major teaching hospital with affiliations to the University of Tasmania, supporting medical, nursing, and allied health education alongside clinical research. The facility employs approximately 2,500 staff and plays a crucial role in Tasmania’s health system as the ultimate referral point for complex cases requiring specialised expertise and technology not available elsewhere in the state.