Visiting us

Visiting hours

  • 10am to 7pm
  • patients encouraged to rest between 1pm and 3pm
  • In some cases, visitors are permitted outside these hours. For afterhours entry between 8pm to 5am, please use the intercom at the E Block entrance to request access.
  • Please note that some of our wards have a ‘no flowers’ policy. Please check with the individual ward before bringing flowers.

Violence and aggression will not be tolerated. Please be kind to those who are caring for your loved ones – we are all in this together.

 

Emergencies

If you have a life-threatening medical condition, call 000 and request an ambulance.

If you have an urgent medical condition, you can also come directly to our Emergency Department 24 hours a day, every day of the year.

Not all urgencies are emergencies, there are several things you can do if you have an urgent medical condition. Find out more about urgent care options at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital - Emergencies.

 

Current works

More information on the current works are available on the Emergency Department Redevelopment project page.

 

Main Entrance and Piazza closure

The Main Entrance door and Piazza at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital is temporarily closed to vehicles and all pedestrians for an extended period.

Patients and visitors should enter and exit the hospital via the main E Block doors. There is a limited number of 15-minute visitor/patient drop off bays and accessibility bays still available adjacent to the Piazza.

 

G Block Green Lift closure

Access to the Green Lifts in G Block is temporarily closed. Visitors and patients will be directed to the Blue and Gold Lifts via the E Block entrance.

Patients and visitors who are visiting the Wound Management Clinic, ICU, Cardiovascular Medicine, Breast Screen, Occupational Therapy and Podiatry Departments must utilise the Gold Lifts.

 

Other important information for visitors

Parking and transport options

Parking

Parking for patients and visitors (including ACROD) is available in the multi-deck car park, entry off Winthrop Avenue. This is the closest car park to the hospital. It is owned by Capella and operated by Wilson Parking.

Parking is also available at Car Park 3A (on Caledenia Crescent), Car Park 4A (off Verdun Street), Car Park 5 (underneath the Cancer Centre, off Gairdner Drive), and Car Park 7 (off Hospital Avenue).

Parking is charged at the same rate across the site. Further information about visitor parking fees is available on the QEII Medical Centre website (external site).

Parking at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital / QEii Medical Centre Campus can be difficult to access at peak times – if you are visiting the site or attending an appointment please allow ample time to locate parking.

Subsidised parking

Subsidised parking is available for patients, subject to certain criteria.

Renal, cancer services and cystic fibrosis inpatients who have explored all alternate means of transport may be assessed for eligibility for subsidised parking.

Patients approved for the subsidy will receive discounted parking. Further information is available through the Social Work department by calling 08 6457 4666, or visiting the Social Work Department, 1st Floor, E Block, SCGH (western end).

 

Courtesy Buggy Service

The Queen Elizabeth II Medical Centre (QEIIMC) offer two complimentary buggy services, on-demand and a hop-on-hop-off circle route, operated by our dedicated volunteers. The free service is designed to assist patients and visitors in navigating the expansive grounds of the QEIIMC.

To ride the buggy, request a ride by calling 0481 438 731, or feel free to hail one of our friendly volunteer drivers as you see them.

More information on QEIIMC buggy services (external site).

 

Public transport

Buses connect the hospital with the city, train stations and surrounding suburbs, with several stops along Hospital Avenue. Call the Transperth InfoLine on 13 62 13 or Plan Your Journey (external site) via the Transperth website (external site) for information.

There are public transport concessions available for seniors and people on various pensions with more information available at Transperth website (external site)

 

Taxi

Convenient taxi call buttons and numbered ‘pick-up points’ are available around the QEIIMC. The call buttons will allow passengers to request a taxi (including the size required) directly to one of the taxi pick-up points.

The pick-up points are signposted and numbered and include an optional QR code for walk up passengers to request a taxi.

A public phone is also available near the E Block reception, allowing you to request a taxi if needed.

More information on QEIIMC Taxi Services.

 

TravelSmart Junction

If you need help planning your journey to QEII Medical Centre email MCTravelSmart@health.wa.gov.au or call (08) 6457 4085.

 

Changes at QEII Medical Centre

Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital is part of the QEIIMC, which is undergoing a redevelopment.

Disruptions are kept to a minimum, and your patience and support while the redevelopment continues is appreciated.

If you have questions about the QEII Medical Centre redevelopment contact 1800 356 406 or email qeii.redevelopment@health.wa.gov.au.

Hospital amenities and facilities

Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital is located on the beautiful Queen Elizabeth Medical Centre Campus.

The QEII Medical Centre Trust is responsible for the development, management and control of the campus, including services and amenities for patients and visitors ranging from postal services to banking, alternative transport options, eating out, convenience stores, parking and much more.

Full details of patient and visitor amenities available at SCGH and the broader QEII Medical Centre are available on the QEII Medical Centre website (external site).

Chaperone / Observers at your clinic appointment

Protecting the privacy and dignity of our patients is a key part of NMHS core values. All patients within SCGOPHCG will be offered the presence of a chaperone for examinations that are intimate in nature. Please let us know your preferences, as someone’s understanding and expectations of intimate examinations can vary according to their background and beliefs.

Tertiary hospital - what that means to you

Education is a key mission of Sir Charles Gairdner Osborne Park Health Care Group (SCGOPHCG), as we know continual learning at all levels is key to improving patient care.

You will come across learners in all fields, from students through to senior practitioners and all are bound by rules of ethical behaviour and confidentiality. If you do not wish a learner to be involved you can say no as we recognise you may be unwell or stressed, however most patients learn more about their condition when learners are involved in their care.

If you have any concerns about any interaction, please contact us via email: SCGOPHCG.MedEd@health.wa.gov.au.

Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital is proud to be a smoke-free and vape-free site. Thank you for not smoking or vaping in any buildings or on our grounds. During your hospital stay you can access free nicotine replacement therapy (PDF) to reduce your cravings and be smoke-free.

Last Updated: 27/05/2026