Public consultation launches to 'help shape' the future of Goole Hospital
People are invited to have their say on 28th May
A public consultation is launching to give Goole residents a say on the future of their hospital, following concerns that parts of it might close.
The NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board says there are no plans to close Goole and District Hospital and wants to reassure the public while gathering feedback on how local health services can be improved.
The consultation event will take place on Wednesday 28 May at The Courtyard.
They’ve been speaking with staff and stakeholders and now want to hear from the wider community as they begin planning for future changes. With evolving government priorities and funding models, there’s a focus on making the most of the hospital’s facilities and staff expertise.
Key areas under review include:
Keeping the Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) open
Enhancing outpatient and diagnostic services
Improving community midwifery support
Reviewing end-of-life care to allow more people to be supported at home
Exploring Goole as a potential hub for specific types of surgery
Assessing the best way to provide specialist neurorehabilitation
Upgrading hospital infrastructure and planning future investment
Offering appointment times that consider transport and parking challenges
Understanding how travel affects patients and their families
Expanding safe and cost-effective local services
Residents are encouraged to take part and help shape the hospital’s future.
Ivan McConnell, Group Chief Strategy and Partnerships Officer for Humber Health Partnership, said:
“It is no secret that we have been having conversations with our staff and stakeholders about Goole and District Hospital, which we understand has led to anxiety in the Goole community.
“I want to be clear – there are no plans to close the hospital.
“However, Goole is changing. People’s healthcare needs are changing. The way The NHS and social care looks after people and treats people is constantly evolving. And Government priorities and funding models are changing too.
“We need to respond to all of these changes and ensure healthcare services for the people of Goole and the surrounding area meet their needs into the future.
“Part of that means looking at how we can maximise the use of Goole and District Hospital and the skills and expertise of staff who work there, whilst investing and developing safe, sustainable, high-quality and cost-effective services for people living and working in the town