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Joan Kirner Women's and Children's

The Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s (JKWC) Hospital allows more women to give birth locally. With nine floors, 20 maternity delivery rooms, 237 beds, 39 special care nursery cots, four theatres and additional clinics, JKWC gives families better
Address

176 Furlong Rd, St Albans VIC 3021

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Opening hours
24 hours
Visiting hours
4pm to 8pm
Joan

Maternity

We provide safe, supportive and personalised care for women and families throughout pregnancy, birth and the early weeks of parenthood. We are dedicated to ensuring that both you and your baby receive the highest quality of care throughout your journey with us.

Newborn Services

We provide specialised care and support for babies who need extra medical attention after birth.  intensive‑care, high‑dependency and special‑care cots. 

Paediatrics

We provide specialist paediatric care for infants, children and adolescents through our hospital and community health services. We offer hospital-based clinics, allied health programs and outreach services tailored to the needs of children across Melbourne’s west. and regional areas.

Women's health

We provide services that address a range of health needs for women including early pregnancy assessment, endometriosis management and care, general and specialist gynaecology services, and more.

Contact details

Phone: (03) 8345 1333

Interpreter services

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