New hospital in the west opened three months ago but already faces cuts
The newly opened Footscray Hospital is facing cuts to its cancer surgery services just three months after its launch. Surgeons and patients are concerned about the impact of relocating oesophageal surgeries to other hospitals, which could lead to longer travel times for vulnerable patients. A petition has garnered over 1200 signatures urging the government to retain these critical services at the facility.
- ▪Footscray Hospital opened in February 2026 and is already facing cuts to cancer surgeries.
- ▪Oesophageal surgeries will be relocated to Geelong Hospital or Peter Mac, causing concern among patients and healthcare providers.
- ▪A petition with over 1200 signatures has been created to urge the government to keep these surgeries at Footscray Hospital.
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