{"id":102423,"date":"2026-02-06T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-02-05T17:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/mcivortimes\/?p=102423"},"modified":"2026-02-04T17:48:23","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T06:48:23","slug":"a-tertiary-future-for-bendigo-health-care","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/mcivortimes\/seniors\/a-tertiary-future-for-bendigo-health-care\/","title":{"rendered":"A tertiary future for Bendigo health care"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>BENDIGO Health&#8217;s new strategic plan sets out a clear and realistic goal to become a regional tertiary health service by 2035.<\/p>\n<p>This means Bendigo Health will be able to provide almost all of the care our community needs locally, without people having to travel to Melbourne.<\/p>\n<p>As part of the plan, seniors can expect improvements that make a real difference, such as:<\/p>\n<p>* More specialist doctors and services available in Bendigo<\/p>\n<p>* Greater use of telehealth and technology for appointments where it suits patients<\/p>\n<p>* Better coordination with local health services so care is easier to access and closer to home<\/p>\n<p>* Improved infrastructure.<\/p>\n<p>The plan, launched late last year, explains how Bendigo Health will continue to grow and improve services as our community changes and ages.<\/p>\n<p>It has been shaped by listening carefully to patients, carers, staff, community groups and local organisations.<\/p>\n<p>The plan looks ahead over 10 years and is divided into two stages.<\/p>\n<p>Years 1\u20135: building the foundation<\/p>\n<p>The first five years focus on strengthening the basics and preparing for future growth.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Key areas include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Expanding clinical services across the region<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Redeveloping the hospital and aged care facilities<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Improving mental health services<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Establishing a regional clinical research hub<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Improving the quality and safety of the healthcare provided<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Supporting and growing Bendigo Health&#8217;s skilled workforce<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Using technology to make care safer<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Managing finances responsibly and reducing environmental impact<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Ensuring services are culturally safe, welcoming and inclusive for everyone<\/p>\n<p>Years 6\u201310: becoming a tertiary health service<\/p>\n<p>The second stage focuses on delivering advanced care locally.<\/p>\n<p><strong>This includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Expanding Bendigo Health&#8217;s specialist services<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Strengthening partnerships with universities and training organisations<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Growing clinical research to improve patient care<\/p>\n<p>Bendigo Health becoming a tertiary hospital for the Loddon Mallee region.<\/p>\n<p>This plan is about providing peace of mind, knowing that as your healthcare needs change high-quality care will be available as close to home as possible.<\/p>\n<p>To learn more about Bendigo Health&#8217;s Strategic Plan 2026\u20132030, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/bendigohealth.org.au\/strategic_plan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bendigohealth.org.au\/strategic_plan<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><strong>\/\/SPONSORED CONTENT<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>BENDIGO Health&#8217;s new strategic plan sets out a clear and realistic goal to become a regional tertiary health service by 2035. 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