Shellharbour Hospital

Overview

Shellharbour Hospital is a district healthcare facility serving Shellharbour and surrounding communities in the Illawarra region of NSW. With approximately 150 beds, the hospital provides a range of services including emergency care, general medicine, surgery, mental health, rehabilitation, and aged care. Operating as part of the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District, the facility offers 24-hour emergency care, elective surgery, rehabilitation programs, mental health services, and outpatient clinics. Located in Mount Warrigal approximately 90 kilometers south of Sydney, Shellharbour Hospital serves a growing population of around 75,000 people across the City of Shellharbour. The hospital plays an important role as a district provider, managing common medical and surgical conditions while transferring more complex cases to Wollongong Hospital for tertiary care. Shellharbour Hospital has developed specialised expertise in rehabilitation, mental health, and aged care services, complementing its general medical and surgical capabilities. The facility is currently planning significant redevelopment to expand its capacity and service range to meet the needs of the rapidly growing Shellharbour community.