What services are currently available at Kai Tak Hospital?

Currently, the family medicine integrated centre is operational, treating patients with stable chronic conditions and mild one-off illnesses.

When will Kai Tak Hospital be fully operational?

The hospital is undergoing a phased opening, with plans to reach a daily patient capacity of 1,800 by the end of the year as more services become available.

Kai Tak Hospital Begins Operations, Treating Hundreds Daily

The new public hospital's family medicine centre opened Monday, with plans to expand services and patient capacity significantly by year's end.

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2026-10-05 · Updated 2026-10-05

Hong Kong's Kai Tak Hospital has commenced its first phase of operations, with its family medicine centre treating nearly 350 patients on its opening day. The hospital, which is set to become the largest public hospital in the city upon full completion, aims to increase its daily patient capacity to 1,800 by the end of the year.

The initial phase focuses on treating patients with stable chronic conditions and minor illnesses. All 350 consultation slots available on the first day were fully booked by late morning. Hospital chief executive Dr. Eric Cheung Fuk-chi described the opening as smooth, noting that the relocation of services from Queen Elizabeth Hospital is a large-scale, phased project.

Further services are scheduled to be added in phases. Specialist outpatient services will begin on October 26, expanding treatment options to include neurosurgery and some oncology patients, with an expected daily patient flow of 500. The hospital's largest division, the department of medicine, will start operations on November 12.

While patients reported positive experiences with the hospital's organization and facilities, some lawmakers have raised concerns about public transport accessibility. Legislators have called for improved publicity regarding transit options and an increase in the frequency of feeder services to the hospital.

The opening of Kai Tak Hospital is expected to contribute to a more balanced distribution of medical resources across Kowloon Central and Kowloon East, enhancing healthcare accessibility for residents in the eastern part of the region.

FAQ

What services are currently available at Kai Tak Hospital?: Currently, the family medicine integrated centre is operational, treating patients with stable chronic conditions and mild one-off illnesses.
When will Kai Tak Hospital be fully operational?: The hospital is undergoing a phased opening, with plans to reach a daily patient capacity of 1,800 by the end of the year as more services become available.