Title: The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Otago & Southland Provincial Districts]

Author: Cyclopedia Company Limited

Publication details: The Cyclopedia Company, Limited, 1905, Christchurch

Part of: The Cyclopedia of New Zealand

License: Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 New Zealand Licence

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Wakatipu District Hospital is delightfully situated four miles from Queenstown, near the outlet of Lake Wakatipu into the river Kawarau. The vista from the hospital grounds embraces mountains and lake scenery of wonderful variety and beauty. The first hospital, which was erected in 1863 by the Otago Provincial Government, contained two wards with accommodation for twenty-four patients. The old building was destroyed by fire in 1894, and the present was erected in its place. It contains two wards, with accommodation for ten male and six female patients, besides two small private wards, and a fever ward with beds for three male and two female patients. The ventilation and heating of the wards are excellently arranged, and there is a good light throughout. The dispensary is specially fitted up as an oper-ating-room and is fully equipped for its purposes. The hospital Is supported by subscriptions, grants In aid, and contributions from local bodies, and is managed by a Board of Trustees. Adjoining the hospital is a comfortable residence for the medical officer. Dr. James Douglas is resident surgeon, and Mrs R. Judge, matron.