The new Colonial War Memorial Hospital (CWMH) building will be commissioned in 2035.
Speaking at the Fiji Medical Association Conference in Nadi last Saturday, CWMH medical superintendent Dr Luke Nasedra said the Government had plans to transform the hospital into a modern, world-class facility to meet national and regional healthcare demands.
Dr Nasedra also revealed that the site options analysis had been completed, however, he did not disclose the site for the new hospital.
He said the 2025 Master Plan was a joint effort between CWM Hospital, the Ministry of Health and Medical Services, Ministry of Finance, the Australian Government and Johnstown International Development consultants.
“So, 10 years from when the master plan will be completed and will be produced,” Dr Nasedra said.
“It might come short, but everything will be. We’ll look at the political drive and also the funding opportunities to fund this.”
He emphasised the master plan had three main areas.
“The Clinical Services Plan evaluates current services, identifies gaps and maps future needs, setting a 700-bed capacity with maternity and paediatric allocations, supported by subdivisional hospitals for tertiary care.
“The Heath Infrastructure Assessment examines existing buildings, prioritises urgent upgrades, and implements improvements funded by Australia to maintain quality until the new hospital opens.
“The site options analysis assesses seven potential sites, including the current location, using financial and feasibility criteria to select the most suitable site.”
Dr Nasedra said the new hospital would coordinate with subdivisional hospitals, health centres, and private facilities, including St Giles, MIOT, Oceania, Pacific Specialist Healthcare and Nasese Medical Centre.
“The master plan is expected to be completed this year with the commissioning of the hospital in 2035, though early completion is possible if funding and political support align, donors have expressed interest.
“Once operational, the hospital will address critical resource gaps, enhance patient care, and provide a modern, integrated facility for Fiji and the wider Pacific region.”
