September 2009

Dandenong ED under way

The $25 million redevelopment of Dandenong Hospital’s emergency department has begun.

Health Minister Daniel Andrews turned the first sod on the site of the new facility and declared it would provide first-class services for tens of thousands of patients every year.

‘More than 47,600 patients attended the Dandenong Hospital’s emergency department last year, making it one of the busiest in the state.

‘The new and expanded facility will increase the number of patient treatment spaces in the emergency department from 35 to 55.

‘It will provide separate facilities for adults and children seeking treatment and it will improve the overall amenity for patients with more single rooms, making hospital visits more comfortable for everyone.

‘This redevelopment will provide a major boost to families in the south-east growth corridor and is a vital part of the Government’s commitment to the ongoing improvement of health services for all Victorians.’

The $25 million emergency department upgrade is part of a staged $153 million redevelopment of the hospital funded by the Victorian Government.