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Community hospitals for the new millennium
1Surgery, Marlpits Road, Honiton, Devon, EX14 2NY. David.Seamark@gp-L83002.nhs.uk
Summary
This survey found 471 community hospitals in the UK with 18,579 beds. Most offer rehabilitation services and outpatient clinics, highlighting their potential for intermediate community care.
Area of Science:
- Health Services Research
- Public Health
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- Limited data exists on the capacity and services of community hospitals.
- Understanding these facilities is crucial for effective healthcare planning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To quantify the number and bed capacity of UK community hospitals.
- To identify the range of services offered by these hospitals.
- To assess the role of community hospitals in intermediate care.
Main Methods:
- A survey was conducted to identify and gather data on community hospitals across the United Kingdom.
- Data collected included hospital numbers, bed counts, and available services.
Main Results:
- The survey identified 471 community hospitals with a total of 18,579 beds.
- 20% of general practitioners have admitting rights to these facilities.
- Most community hospitals offer comprehensive rehabilitation services and consultant outpatient clinics.
Conclusions:
- Community hospitals represent a significant resource within the UK's healthcare infrastructure.
- These hospitals are well-positioned to provide essential intermediate care services.
- Further data collection and analysis are needed to fully leverage their potential.
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