Royal Surrey unveils £1m investment for Haslemere Hospital transformation
New services and facilities aim to enhance local healthcare
Haslemere Hospital is set to undergo a significant transformation, with the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust announcing new services, expanded facilities, and a £1 million investment.
This development follows a comprehensive engagement exercise conducted last year, aimed at understanding the healthcare needs of people in Haslemere.
Key themes that emerged included a demand for more outpatient clinics, innovative long-term condition services, and options for older people, particularly a proactive hub for long-term conditions to bring care closer to home.
In recent months, Royal Surrey has collaborated with partners such as the Haslemere Hospital League of Friends and the Haslemere Hospital Transformation Group to outline a plan for the hospital's future.
Plans include the creation of an integrated neighbourhood team combining hospital, primary care, and community services.
A long-term conditions hub is set to launch in June, initially focusing on cardiology care and heart failure, supporting approximately 50 patients weekly, with intentions to expand services to cover more conditions.
To facilitate these changes, the Trust has secured £1 million in capital funding for refurbishing and adapting former ward areas in Haslemere Hospital.
This will increase space for outpatient and day care services. The hospital has successfully piloted a cardiac and respiratory rehabilitation programme from vacant ward space, which will continue as part of the remodelled area.
Ongoing discussions include introducing more clinics and expanding the use of diagnostic facilities on-site.
An engagement plan will soon be revealed, inviting local residents to learn about the planned service improvements at Haslemere Hospital.
Furthermore, Royal Surrey governors and colleagues will attend the Haslemere Charter Fair on 4th May, sharing developments and gathering feedback from attendees.