Groote Schuur Hospital

About Groote Schuur Hospital

Groote Schuur Hospital operates as a public, government-funded tertiary academic medical centre that delivers a comprehensive range of highly specialised healthcare and clinical services. The facility includes a dedicated Emergency Unit and a major Level 1 trauma centre to manage acute illnesses and critical injuries. The hospital provides surgical procedures across multiple disciplines—including general, cardio-thoracic, neurosurgery, orthopaedic, and plastic surgeries—supported by active operating theatres. Comprehensive diagnostic services are facilitated by an advanced radiology department equipped with MRI and CT scanning technologies. For specific populations, the hospital offers specialised maternal care through its obstetrics and gynaecology divisions, alongside targeted intensive care units (ICUs) for critical patient management. Additional clinical services encompass dermatology, neurology, ophthalmology, psychiatry, and inpatient rehabilitation therapies like physiotherapy and occupational therapy.