Netcare Kingsway Hospital Visiting Hours

Netcare Kingsway Hospital visiting hours are an essential piece of information for anyone planning a visit to the hospital in Durban. Understanding the designated times and rules for visitation can ensure a smooth and stress-free experience for both visitors and patients.

Visiting Hours Breakdown

Day Ward

• Open for Visits: At all times.
• Visitor Limit: One visitor at a time.

Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

• Visiting Days: Monday to Sunday, including public holidays.
• Visiting Hours:
  • Afternoon: 15:00 – 16:00
  • Evening: 19:00 – 20:00

Medical Ward 1

• Visiting Days: Monday to Sunday, including public holidays.
• Visiting Hours:
  • Afternoon: 15:00 – 16:00
  • Evening: 19:00 – 20:00

NeoNatal ICU

• Visiting Policy: Parents may stay with their child. Grandparents can visit once a week, but prior arrangement is required. Only one visitor is allowed at a time, and no other visitors are permitted.

Nursery Ward

• Visitor Policy: No visitors allowed.

Oncology Ward

• Visiting Days: Monday to Sunday, including public holidays.
• Visiting Hours:
  • Afternoon: 15:00 – 16:00
  • Evening: 19:00 – 20:00

Orthopaedic Ward

• Visiting Days: Monday to Sunday, including public holidays.
• Visiting Hours:
  • Afternoon: 15:00 – 16:00
  • Evening: 19:00 – 20:00

Paediatric Ward

• Visiting Policy: One parent or primary caregiver may stay with the child. One additional visitor is allowed during visiting hours.
• Visiting Days: Monday to Sunday, including public holidays.
• Visiting Hours:
  • Afternoon: 15:00 – 16:00
  • Evening: 19:00 – 20:00

Surgical Ward

• Visiting Days: Monday to Sunday, including public holidays.
• Visiting Hours:
  • Afternoon: 15:00 – 16:00
  • Evening: 19:00 – 20:00

Ground Rules for Visitors

To maintain a peaceful environment for patients and staff, visitors are expected to adhere to the following rules:

• Keep Devices Silent: Cellphones should be kept on vibrate or silent mode to avoid disturbing patients.
• Eating and Drinking: No food or beverages are allowed in the wards.
• Visitor Limit: Generally, a maximum of two visitors per patient during official hours; some wards may restrict to one visitor.
• Children Under 12: Not permitted unless approved beforehand.
• Health Precautions: The hospital may enforce COVID-19 precautions, including testing, hand sanitizing, and mandatory face masks.

Contact Information

For further inquiries or to make arrangements, visitors can reach out to Netcare Kingsway Hospital:

• Address: 607 Andrew Zondo Road, Amanzimtoti, Durban, 4126
• Tel: +27 31 904 7000
• Email: customercarekingsway@netcare.co.za

For up-to-date information on Netcare Kingsway Hospital visiting hours, you can also access the visiting hours guide on NaijaQuest.

These policies are designed to ensure the best care and comfort for patients while accommodating loved ones’ desire to visit. Always check with the hospital before visiting, as guidelines can change.