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Central Coast Hospitals NSW 2026 Guide

Find Central Coast NSW hospitals, emergency departments, and health services. Gosford and Wyong Hospital locations, contact details, and what to do in medical emergencies.

By Central Coast Daily · Published 20 July 2026

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Central Coast Hospitals 2026, Overview

The NSW Central Coast is served by the Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), with Gosford Hospital and Wyong Hospital as the principal public hospitals. As NSW's most populous regional area outside the Hunter and Illawarra, the Central Coast has substantial hospital infrastructure serving over 400,000 residents, though complex cases may be transferred to Sydney for highly specialised procedures. In a medical emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

Central Coast Public Hospitals

Gosford Hospital (Gosford), Southern Central Coast's major public hospital. Emergency department, trauma, oncology, cardiac, maternity and specialist services. Holden Street, Gosford. (02) 4320 2111.
Wyong Hospital (Kanwal), Northern Central Coast's major public hospital. Comprehensive emergency department and acute services for the Wyong, Tuggerah and northern area population. Pacific Highway, Kanwal. (02) 4394 8000.

Central Coast Private Hospitals

Gosford Private Hospital, Private surgical and specialist services in Gosford. Holden Street, Gosford. (02) 4324 3466.
Kincumber Private Hospital, Day surgery and specialty services. The Scenic Road, Kincumber. (02) 4369 4222.
Lake Macquarie Private Hospital (Gateshead), Technically Lake Macquarie but accessible from the Central Coast's northern boundary. (02) 4943 8480.

Peninsula and Outer Area Health Access

Central Coast residents in remote areas, the Entrance (northern end), Umina Beach (Hawkesbury River southern bank), and the Kulnura/Mangrove Mountain hinterland, may be significant distances from Gosford or Wyong hospitals. Always call Triple Zero (000) rather than attempting to drive in a serious emergency, as NSW Ambulance can stabilise and transport appropriately.

Medical Emergencies on the Central Coast

Triple Zero (000), Life-threatening emergencies.
Health Direct (1800 022 222), Health advice. 24/7.
Mental Health Line (1800 011 511), NSW mental health crisis. 24/7.

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