The Rotunda Hospital, Dublin

The Rotunda Hospital, Dublin The oldest continuously operating maternity hospital in the world. The Maternity Hospital of Choice – Outstanding care delivered by exceptional people.
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Smoke Free Campus 🚭 The Rotunda Hospital, the oldest continuously operating maternity hospital in the world, and one of the busiest in Europe! We pride ourselves on respecting the individual woman’s right to choose the care pathway that suits her needs and celebrate the fact that for over 274 years, hundreds of thousands of women have trusted the Rotunda to care for themselves and their babies during this precious and exciting time. Founded in 1745 by Bartholomew Mosse, surgeon and man-midwife, the original Dublin Lying-In Hospital was a maternity training hospital, the first of its kind anywhere. In 1757, the institution moved to a different location where it became “The New Lying-In Hospital”. This is the hospital complex that is referred to today as simply “The Rotunda”. The Rotunda Hospital is unique as an institution in that it has continued to provide an unbroken record of service to women and babies since its foundation in 1745 and has occupied its present premises since 1757.

The Excellence in Midwifery Awards ceremony took place yesterday to celebrate the compassion, commitment and excellence ...
11/12/2025

The Excellence in Midwifery Awards ceremony took place yesterday to celebrate the compassion, commitment and excellence shown by our midwives.

Thank you to patients and employees who submitted nominations. Congratulations to all nominated midwives.

10 nominees were recognised and received pins for their outstanding contributions. The overall Excellence in Midwifery Award was awarded posthumously to Ms Linda Smith (nee Scully-Chiles) a much missed and cherished midwife who sadly passed in July 2025.

Thank you to Cookie Dó and Oac Snacks for the delicious festive staff treats 🎄🍪
11/12/2025

Thank you to Cookie Dó and Oac Snacks for the delicious festive staff treats 🎄🍪

At Christmas we have a staff carol service. A time for reflection on the year past, be thankful for what we have and hop...
11/12/2025

At Christmas we have a staff carol service. A time for reflection on the year past, be thankful for what we have and hopeful for the future.

The Rotunda Hospital and Women's Aid are raising awareness about domestic violence and abuse during pregnancy for If yo...
11/12/2025

The Rotunda Hospital and Women's Aid are raising awareness about domestic violence and abuse during pregnancy for

If you need support, our staff are here to help. You can also call the Women’s Aid National 24hr Freephone Helpline on 1800 341 900 or use the Instant Message Service at womensaid.ie.

Please note immediate changes to our visiting policy are now in place. Thank you for your cooperation.
05/12/2025

Please note immediate changes to our visiting policy are now in place. Thank you for your cooperation.

Reminder to all visitors to please check the visiting hours before making their journey to the hospital.For more informa...
26/11/2025

Reminder to all visitors to please check the visiting hours before making their journey to the hospital.

For more information on visiting hours please see https://rotunda.ie/visitor-information/

The Board of Governors of The Rotunda Hospital is seeking expressions of interest from experienced professionals with ex...
20/11/2025

The Board of Governors of The Rotunda Hospital is seeking expressions of interest from experienced professionals with expertise in Finance & Audit, Information Technology & Cyber Security, Legal/Governance, Procurement, and Quality Management.

This is an opportunity to contribute your expertise and insights in support of The Rotunda Hospital's ethos, culture, and values.

Professionals with relevant expertise are invited to submit an expression of interest by Wednesday, 31st December 2025, via the link in our bio.

https://therotundahospital.occupop-careers.com/jobs/a367bdd6-e1c6-4504-bdca-c9295b9e17d1/apply

We're pleased to launch the Excellence in Midwifery Award at The Rotunda Hospital.The Excellence in Midwifery Award is a...
19/11/2025

We're pleased to launch the Excellence in Midwifery Award at The Rotunda Hospital.

The Excellence in Midwifery Award is a joint initiative between the Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, RCSI and HSE Dublin and North East Region. The award was established in 2025 to recognise the extraordinary work of midwives in maternity services.

This award provides an opportunity for midwives to be recognised by patients, families, and colleagues for their kindness, compassion, commitment and excellence in midwifery practice.

Please visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FJQV3JX to nominate your midwife.

📅 Deadline: Sunday, 30th November 2025

Thank you to all who attended The Rotunda Hospital Annual Remembrance Service on Sunday. Our next Remembrance Service wi...
18/11/2025

Thank you to all who attended The Rotunda Hospital Annual Remembrance Service on Sunday.

Our next Remembrance Service will take place on Sunday, 15th November 2026.

17th November, 2025 marks the first official World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day. A strong reminder that cervical canc...
17/11/2025

17th November, 2025 marks the first official World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day. A strong reminder that cervical cancer is preventable and treatable and can be eliminated.

Almost all cases of cervical cancer are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). By taking the HPV vaccine, having regular cervical screenings, having treatment when advised, and getting help to quit smoking you can reduce your risk of cervical cancer.

We can eliminate cervical cancer by supporting Ireland’s vision to make cervical cancer rare in every community.

For more information visit hse.ie/cervicalcancerelimination

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The Rotunda Hospital was founded in 1745. Over 270 years later, we're still looking after women and babies in Ireland in maternity, neonatal and gynaecology.

The Rotunda Hospital is the world's oldest continuously working maternity hospital - and Europe’s busiest - We hope to be providing maternity, neonatal and gynaecological care to women, babies and their families for another 270 years.