3 March 2022

Just three years after the first piece of earth was turned, our fantastic new Heatherwood Hospital will open its doors to patients on 28 March.  

This will be a proud moment in our history, as the new Heatherwood will be one of the best planned care facilities in the NHS.  

There is no other hospital like it in the UK, with its sustainable design and stunning architecture, combined with the latest equipment and technology providing the best treatment and experience for patients.   

The 11,500 square metre hospital includes 48 inpatient rooms, six state-of-the-art theatres, advanced diagnostic facilities, and 22 specially designed day-procedure rooms.  

When we open to patients at the end of March, the planned procedures carried out at the hospital will include orthopaedics and plastics, ophthalmology and lithotripsy. There will also be outpatient services for gynaecology, urology and cardiology, supported by endoscopy, physiotherapy, phlebotomy and radiology. The new Heatherwood will deliver planned care in the most efficient way, and patients can see the right specialist, in the right place and get the best possible outcomes.  

The finishing touches are currently being put to the hospital. Most of the equipment and furniture has been fitted and the rest will be moved over the week before opening. There has been a great deal of planning for several months to ensure the transition runs smoothly and everyone is fully prepared for the move. 

Nigel Foster, Director of Finance, said: “The fact that Heatherwood is on track to open in March is a tremendous achievement and testament to the commitment and hard work of all our staff who’ve been involved in the new building. 

“Against the backdrop of a global pandemic and the most challenging times in our hospitals, it is a huge accomplishment that we have still delivered on such as major project.   

“When Heatherwood officially opens it will be a major asset to the region that reflects our vision to be a leader in health and wellbeing, delivering exceptional services to its local communities.”