A new facility with “high-quality, accessible healthcare services” has opened in the centre of the Sunshine Coast.
The health hub with a state-of-the-art oral health service and a BreastScreen Queensland service has launched at Sixth Avenue in Maroochydore.
Sunshine Coast Health chief executive Dr Peter Gillies said the oral clinic could accommodate up to 12,000 more patients every year.
“Oral health appointments can be daunting for some people, so we wanted to create a space that helps patients feel comfortable and supported from the moment they arrive,” he said.
“Last year 24,500 people were treated across the region in a Sunshine Coast Health dental facility. Oral health plays a critical role in overall health and this new service will ensure our community has the care and support they need in a modern setting.”
The hub’s BreastScreen Queensland service is set to improve access to life-saving breast screening for women.
Minister for Women and Women’s Economic Security and Member for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson said the facility would encourage more women to have their regular two-yearly breast screen.
“Over 8000 women were screened at Sunshine Coast Health’s Maroochydore service throughout 2024. It’s their most popular screening service and I think locals are going to appreciate the convenience of this new location,” she said.
“If it has been a while since your last breast screen, now is the perfect time to book an appointment and visit our new Maroochydore facility.”
Health and Ambulance Services Minister Tim Nicholls welcomed the “impressive” new centre and said it would deliver “high-quality, accessible healthcare services”.
