Nambour Selangor Private Hospital

Quiet achiever, vital health provider

While larger hospitals often get the headlines, Nambour Selangor Private Hospital is proving that steady, patient-centred growth is the foundation of long-term community care. Over the past year, the hospital has boosted local jobs, expanded its surgical capabilities, and is quietly becoming a well-trusted healthcare hub in the hinterland.

Owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, the 76-bed private hospital delivers an impressive range of services—across surgery, rehabilitation, oncology, dialysis, day infusion, and more—within a calm, low-traffic location just minutes from Nambour’s CBD.

“When doctors experience our hospital and hear from patients, they become very loyal and recommend us to colleagues,” said CEO Karl van der Merwe. “That’s how we’ve grown—through word-of-mouth and consistently excellent care.”

Advanced treatment with a personal touch

Selangor now offers advanced surgical options including plastic and reconstructive surgery, ophthalmology, and maxillofacial surgery. Backed by two state-of-the-art operating theatres and top-tier laser technology, patients can access procedures like cataract surgery without travelling to larger metro hospitals.

Beyond surgery, Selangor has developed one of the region’s most respected rehabilitation programs for stroke and orthopaedic patients. A dedicated team of more than 50 allied health professionals— including physiotherapists, dietitians, psychologists and social workers—ensures patients receive holistic, multidisciplinary care.

The hospital also maintains a strong commitment to palliative care. “At any one time, we may have around eight patients receiving symptom management during radiotherapy or chemotherapy,” Dr van der Merwe explained. “That kind of care, in a supportive and peaceful environment, is incredibly important to families.”

And for the first time in regional Queensland, Selangor offers Mohs micrographic surgery to treat skin cancer. Mohs surgery is a specialised technique that removes skin cancer layer by layer, with each layer examined under a microscope in real time. This meticulous method was designed to ensure all cancerous cells are removed while preserving as much healthy tissue as possible — intended to offer high cure rates and minimal scarring.

“For local patients, this a major step forward in accessible, expert care — close to home,” said Dr van der Merwe.

Investing in community and care

While its buildings date back nearly 70 years, Selangor’s country-style charm and close-knit atmosphere remain core strengths. The hospital employs more than 250 local staff, with an additional 50 to 100 visiting medical professionals. That’s over 300 people contributing to the Nambour economy daily—and the number is growing.

“As the hinterland region continues to expand, so too will our services,” said Dr van der Merwe. “Nambour is forecast to grow faster than Noosa over the next decade, and we’re proud to be part of that story.”

Selangor’s quiet excellence, personalised care, and expanding capabilities position it as a cornerstone of health and community on the Sunshine Coast.

NAMBOUR SELANGOR PRIVATE HOSPITAL | 62 NETHERTON STREET, NAMBOUR | P 5459 7444 WWW.NAMBOURSELANGOR.COM.AU