CHEC, one of the largest providers of community-based ophthalmology services in the UK, has commenced building work at its new Warrington hospital in Centre Park. Due to open early 2024, the centrally located facility will help reduce NHS waiting times and increase patient choice by providing access to ophthalmology services in the community.
The new hospital is located at Phoenix House, just south of central Warrington. Within walking distance of the town centre, the site has ample free parking and excellent transport links. CHEC is currently fitting out the 7730sq ft building into a state-of-the-art clinical facility complete with an ophthalmology theatre.
Working in partnership with the NHS, CHEC has more than 20 community hospitals nationwide. The addition of Warrington strengthens its existing North-West stronghold which already includes Accrington, Blackpool, and Preston.
“Patient choice, exceptional care and equity of access are central to CHEC’s operations and ethos, which is why we’re proud to collaborate with NHS partners nationwide, helping to keep waiting times to a minimum while delivering the very best quality of care,” explains Jose Bailey, Commercial Director at CHEC.
The new Warrington hospital will support the NHS in reducing waiting times for ophthalmology by treating patients within four weeks of a referral being received.
“For well over a decade, we’ve been trusted by the NHS to deliver healthcare services in the community, so can’t wait to open our doors and become part of the Warrington community in the new year. In the meantime, we’d welcome any residents to get in touch and learn more about how we work with the NHS to make much-needed treatments more readily accessible,” concludes Jose.
To register your interest in the services CHEC will provide at its Warrington site, please contact us on engagement@chec.uk
