Walanmarra (Lourdes Hospital) Dubbo
About
Walanmarra, based at Lourdes Hospital in Dubbo, is part of the wider Dubbo Health Service. This service is a major health provider for the Central West region. It includes Dubbo Hospital, which serves as a rural referral centre, along with community health and outpatient support.
The team at Walanmarra offers care that’s personal, respectful, and welcoming. They focus on creating a healing space that looks after the whole person—not just the illness. From rehabilitation to aged care, they deliver support in a calm and caring environment.
Importantly, Dubbo Health Service is part of the Western NSW Local Health District, which ensures high standards of care across the region.
Services
Dubbo Hospital
Dubbo Hospital is a modern and busy facility. It includes a 24/7 emergency department, specialist outpatient clinics, and multiple inpatient wards. As a rural referral hospital, it offers advanced care for patients across the region. If you need complex or specialist treatment, this is often the first stop.
Lourdes Hospital – Walanmarra
Walanmarra provides rehabilitation, palliative care, and aged care services. It supports people after injury, surgery, or long illness. The goal is always the same: to help people regain their strength, confidence, and independence.
Services at Walanmarra include:
Tailored rehabilitation programs
Gentle and respectful palliative care
Short- and long-term aged care
Access to allied health, including physiotherapy, dietetics, and occupational therapy
The team works closely with patients, families, and other health professionals to make each plan truly personal.
Community Health Services
In addition to hospital-based care, Dubbo Health Service offers a wide range of community health programs. These include:
Chronic disease management
Mental health and counselling
Support for Aboriginal health
Child and family health care
These services make it easier to get help close to home.
Additional Information
Walanmarra and Lourdes Hospital stand as pillars of support in the Dubbo community. They blend advanced care with a human touch. While the hospital provides essential services, it’s the people—staff, patients, and families—who give it heart.
To learn more or to access services, speak to your local GP or visit the Dubbo Health Service website.
