Broome

Broome Medical

Medical services in and around Broome, WA

Overview

Broome is the major clinical hub for the West Kimberley. Public services are provided through WA Country Health Service (WACHS) Kimberley, with Broome Hospital delivering emergency care, inpatient beds and a range of outpatient clinics. Primary care is supplied by local GPs and regional primary health teams; community pharmacies and allied‑health services support ongoing care. Many medical specialists visit Broome on a rostered basis, and complex tertiary care is referred to Perth metropolitan hospitals or larger regional centres as needed.

Categories

Hospitals (public and private)

Broome Hospital — regional public hospital serving the West Kimberley with emergency services, inpatient care and outpatient clinics. WACHS Kimberley provides governance and regional coordination.

Contact: Broome Hospital (public) — WACHS Kimberley

GPs / Family Doctors

General practice in Broome is delivered by several private clinics and by WACHS primary health teams providing community and Indigenous health services. After‑hours GP coverage and telehealth are used to maintain access in remote periods.

Contact: Local private GP clinics and WACHS Kimberley Primary Health teams (Broome)

Dental & Oral Health (Dentist, Orthodontist, Oral & Maxillofacial)

Public dental care for eligible patients and community oral‑health programs are provided through WACHS Kimberley, with private dental practitioners operating in Broome for routine dental and orthodontic care.

Contact: WACHS Kimberley Dental Services; private dental practices in Broome

Mental Health (Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Clinical Social Worker)

Kimberley Mental Health and Drug Service (KMHDS) provides clinical mental health and alcohol & other drug services across the region, with teams based in Broome offering community and inpatient support, and partnerships with local NGOs.

Contact: Kimberley Mental Health and Drug Service (WACHS Kimberley)

Pharmacies (Community)

Community pharmacies in Broome dispense prescriptions, provide medication advice and support continuity of medicines for visitors and residents. Emergency and after‑hours supplies are available through local pharmacies at set times.

Contact: Multiple community pharmacies operate in Broome

Specialist Clinics

Specialist outpatient clinics (cardiology, dermatology, respiratory, endocrinology, gastroenterology and others) are provided through visiting specialist rosters organised by WACHS Kimberley and local providers. Complex or ongoing specialist care often involves referral to Perth tertiary centres.

Contact: Kimberley Specialist Outpatient Clinics (WACHS Kimberley)

Surgery & Critical Care (General Surgery, Orthopaedic, ENT, Ophthalmic, Cardiothoracic, Anaesthetists, Emergency Physicians)

Broome Hospital has an emergency department and provides selected surgical procedures and anaesthesia support. Higher‑complex surgical and cardiothoracic care is referred to Perth tertiary hospitals or to surgical services during visiting specialist sessions.

Contact: Broome Hospital (WACHS Kimberley)

Women’s & Children’s Health (Obstetrics, Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Neonatology)

Maternity, paediatric outpatient and women’s health services are provided through WACHS Kimberley; obstetric care includes local shared‑care models and referral pathways to Perth for high‑risk pregnancies and neonatal specialist care.

Contact: WACHS Kimberley — Broome maternal and child health services

Sensory & Nervous System (Neurology, Ophthalmology, ENT, Audiology, Optometry)

Ophthalmology and ENT are offered via visiting specialist clinics and retained local optometry and audiology services for assessment, hearing aids and routine eye care. Neurology access is generally via regional outreach or tertiary referral.

Contact: Visiting specialist clinics coordinated by WACHS Kimberley; local optometrists and audiologists in Broome

Rehabilitation & Allied Health (Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Podiatry, Chiropractor, Clinical/Remedial Massage)

Allied‑health teams operate through WACHS Kimberley (community rehabilitation, speech pathology and occupational therapy) and private providers in Broome cover physiotherapy, podiatry, chiropractic and clinical massage for short‑ and longer‑term rehabilitation.

Contact: WACHS Kimberley Allied Health services; private allied‑health clinics in Broome

Benefits

• Regional hub: Broome offers a broad mix of public hospital, primary care and allied health services within the West Kimberley.
• Integrated public pathways: WACHS coordinates local inpatient, outpatient and outreach specialist clinics for streamlined referrals.
• Visiting specialists: Regular outreach clinics reduce need for immediate travel to Perth for many specialties.
• Medicare rebates apply for GP, specialist and many allied‑health consultations where eligible.
• Emergency care and aeromedical retrieval links available for critical cases.

Consumer/visitor tips

• Ask your GP for a referral when specialist review is required — many specialists will only consult with a referral to access Medicare rebates.
• Public (WACHS) services and private providers operate different fee structures; confirm costs and Medicare/insurance coverage when booking.
• Visiting specialist clinics can have limited appointment slots; book early and confirm clinic dates with providers.
• Keep repeat scripts and medication lists up to date; community pharmacies in Broome can assist with emergency supplies.
• For major surgery or complex oncology/tertiary care, expect referral to Perth metropolitan hospitals; confirm transport and accommodation arrangements if required.
• Ask about telehealth options — many specialists and allied‑health clinicians offer telehealth to reduce travel for routine follow‑up.
• Accessibility and parking at Broome Hospital and major clinics vary; check with reception about disabled access and parking prior to visits.

Conclusion

Broome’s classical medical network blends a regional public hospital, coordinated WACHS Kimberley services, local GPs, community pharmacies and visiting specialist clinics — together these deliver accessible emergency care and broad primary and outpatient services. For highly specialised or complex procedures, seamless referral pathways to Perth’s tertiary hospitals ensure continuity of care. Local clinicians and community organisations play an important role; local practice owners and community health leaders are invited to log in and self‑list to keep service details current on The Australian Regional Network.

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