Dunedin Hospital 201 Great King Street, Central Dunedin, Dunedin, Otago 9016

Welcome to Dunedin Hospital, a leading healthcare institution located at Great King Street, Dunedin, New Zealand. As a Southern DHB hospital, we are dedicated to providing specialized care to our community across the district.

At Dunedin Hospital, we offer a wide range of specialist services designed to meet the unique healthcare needs of our patients. Whether you require neonatal intensive care, adult intensive care, or high dependency units, our dedicated team of healthcare professionals is here to ensure you receive the highest quality of care.

For your convenience, we have provided important information and frequently asked questions on our website. This will help you understand how to access our services and make the most of your visit.

Please note that the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Adult Intensive Care Unit, and High Dependency Units are available for visiting by appointment only. In order to maintain a peaceful environment, the Adult Intensive Care Unit has a designated quiet time between 12 noon and 2:00 pm.

To ensure the safety and well-being of all patients, we have established visiting hours from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm. These hours allow visitors to spend quality time with their loved ones while also supporting the provision of effective healthcare. However, we understand that there may be exceptions for seriously ill patients or those with extenuating circumstances. Please consult with our clinical nurse/midwife manager, midwife, or nurse coordinator to arrange visiting at other times.

It is essential to note that hospital services are free for those eligible for public health services in New Zealand. For more information on eligibility and the services we provide, please visit our website.

If you have an upcoming admission and are feeling unwell, especially if you have symptoms of a cold, flu, or any infectious illness such as chickenpox or measles, we kindly request you to contact us beforehand.

To make your visit more convenient, we offer pick-up/drop-off zones outside all hospital entrances for easy access. Additionally, disability car parks are available on the upper concourse, as well as near the hospital entrances on Great King Street and Cumberland Street. Limited outpatient parking is available underneath the Oncology and Hospital buildings, and metered parking can be found in surrounding streets within walking distance. Long-term parking is not available at the hospital, but there are various car park sites nearby.

For our environmentally-conscious visitors, bicycle stands are available by the Oncology Building on the upper concourse. Furthermore, our St. John hospital hosts are available Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm to stay with a patient while their car is being parked.

Please be aware that our car parking facilities are regularly monitored by security. Vehicles parked in unauthorized areas or in front of fire exits may be clamped or removed at the owner's expense.

We would like to emphasize that the information provided on our website has been sourced from healthpoint.co.nz, an organization committed to enhancing people's understanding and utilization of New Zealand health services. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, please note that Healthpoint and Te Whatu Ora Southern do not endorse or adopt the information or materials provided by any service providers mentioned on our website.

Lastly, we understand that certain situations may require immediate assistance. In case of sexual harm, please call the Safe to Talk helpline or text 4334. For matters related to family violence, the Family Violence Information Line is available at 0800 456 450.

Thank you for choosing Dunedin Hospital for your healthcare needs. We are here to provide you with exceptional care and support throughout your journey to recovery.