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26 December, 2024
Renaming of satellite hospitals
The Crisafulli Government has announced the conclusion of the survey aimed at renaming Queensland’s satellite hospitals, a key initiative under its 100 Day Plan.
The Crisafulli Government has announced the conclusion of the survey aimed at renaming Queensland’s satellite hospitals, a key initiative under its 100 Day Plan. The survey, which closed on December 20, received more than 2,780 responses from Queensland Health staff, primarily frontline clinicians who regularly interact with satellite hospitals.
The survey was launched after feedback suggested that the term ‘satellite hospital’ was confusing for the public regarding the services offered at these facilities. The majority of respondents indicated they were in favour of renaming the hospitals, with less than 5% opting to retain the current name.
Minister for Health and Ambulance Services, Tim Nicholls, explained that the next step would involve a clinical advisory group reviewing the survey results and presenting recommendations to the Government by January 17.
“The name ‘satellite hospital’ has led to confusion about the services available at these facilities,” said Mr Nicholls. “This survey is a vital step to ensure the public fully understands the healthcare options available to them.”
The survey presented several naming options, such as ‘satellite health centre’, ‘community health hub’, ‘ambulatory health service’, and other suggestions, including ‘minor injury and illness clinics’ and ‘urgent care centres’. These results will now guide the advisory group’s decision.
Minister Nicholls emphasised that the consultation process would not affect the level of care provided by the seven existing satellite hospitals across Queensland. The focus is solely on finding a name that better represents the services these facilities provide to the community.
