Remote WA Renal Health Centre expansion completed
The $9 million expansion of a renal health centre in northern WA will have a positive impact on the wellbeing of Indigenous patients in the region.
The Fitzroy Crossing Renal Health Centre expansion has seen the doubling of capacity in the remote location with an additional 16 renal patients now able to receive regular dialysis treatments closer to home and on Country.
The revitalised centre now features four additional renal dialysis chairs, treatment bays and new entry and waiting areas and amenities.
The centre’s design also incorporates local artworks, helping to provide comfortable, culturally safe and welcoming surroundings for patients during treatment.
Key points
- $9 million Fitzroy Crossing Renal Health Centre expansion completed, doubling capacity
- Four additional renal dialysis chairs delivered in remote location
- Expansion part of Government’s efforts to ensure Western Australians in regional WA can access the healthcare they need, when and where they need it
The program of works minimised disruption to patients, with alternate treatment options provided during construction.
“This important health infrastructure project – at one of our most remote locations – demonstrates our commitment to improving care, regardless of where people live,” Health Infrastructure Minister John Carey said.
Support for Kimberley residents
“The project has doubled capacity and is an important part of our record $4.9 billion health infrastructure program.”
Health Minister Meredith Hammat said the expansion meant the government was supporting more Kimberley residents to receive the healthcare they need on Country, closer to their home and support network.
“This completed facility significantly expands capacity for renal dialysis care in Fitzroy Crossing and provides the very latest in modern, fit-for-purpose healthcare to the people of Fitzroy Valley and surrounds,” she said.
