National tertiary referral facility
Providing advanced and specialized medical care to patients referred from across all provinces of Papua New Guinea.
Port Moresby General Hospital
About Us
Papua New Guinea’s National Tertiary Referral, Research, and Teaching Hospital, located in Korobosea, Port Moresby.
Dedicated to Health. Driven by Compassion.
Port Moresby General Hospital is Papua New Guinea's leading referral hospital, committed to providing quality, accessible and compassionate healthcare to all.
01 / Institutional profile
Three roles. One national commitment.
PMGH serves patients, communities, and the health workforce through three connected responsibilities within Papua New Guinea’s healthcare system.
Regional public hospital
Delivering essential public healthcare services to over one million residents in the National Capital District and Central Province.
Academic and teaching hospital
Serving as a principal clinical training ground in affiliation with UPNG’s School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Pacific Adventist University, Divine Word University, and nursing colleges in and outside Port Moresby. PMGH trains doctors, specialists, nurses, and allied health professionals.
02 / Strategic framework
Our vision, mission & values
Vision
To be a premier, level-six tertiary specialist care and teaching hospital delivering high-quality, compassionate, and accessible healthcare for all people of Papua New Guinea.
Mission
To provide compassionate, comprehensive, and advanced clinical healthcare services, foster excellence in medical education and research, and continuously modernize our infrastructure and clinical standards to meet the evolving healthcare needs of the nation.
Compassion & patient-centered care
Prioritizing patient dignity, empathy, and comfort in every healthcare interaction.
Excellence & quality
Upholding high clinical, operational, and ethical standards across all medical divisions.
Integrity & accountability
Ensuring transparent governance, responsible resource management, and trust in service delivery.
Teamwork & collaboration
Fostering strong partnerships between medical staff, academic institutions, and national healthcare stakeholders.
Continuous learning & innovation
Promoting medical education, workforce development, and clinical research to advance Papua New Guinea’s healthcare system.
03 / History & infrastructure
From wartime foundations to modern specialist care
World War II & the 1950s
Medical facilities on the Korobosea site trace back to military camp hospitals during World War II. The civil hospital was formally established in the mid-1950s. Its landmark Walter Strong Wing opened in 1957 with approximately 350 beds.
Expansion over the decades
PMGH expanded significantly with international bilateral support, notably Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) grants during the late 1980s and 1990s.
Modern facilities
Continuing multi-million-kina projects have introduced modern critical care, diagnostic, and specialist facilities, including a cardiac catheterization lab, dialysis center, and the National Cancer Center.
OUR LEGACY
A History of Care and Commitment
From humble beginnings to becoming the nation's leading referral hospital, our journey is built on dedication, resilience and an unwavering commitment to our people.
1952
PMGH was established to serve the people of the Southern Region.
1980s
Expanded services and infrastructure to meet growing demands.
2000s
Strengthened specialist care, training and community outreach.
Today
Continuing our legacy of excellence and compassionate care.
04 / Clinical capabilities
Care across the full spectrum
PMGH continues to develop advanced treatment capabilities while offering comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services.
Advanced specialist services
- Interventional cardiology and cardiac surgery
- Kidney dialysis and transplant
- Stroke reversal therapy
- Neurosurgery
Infrastructure master plan
PMGH is in the final stages of developing an Infrastructure Master Plan to transform the hospital into a world-class specialist research and teaching facility. It will be complemented by Level 5 hospitals developed by the NCD Provincial Health Authority and Central Provincial Health Authority.
The aim is to shift the service delivery ratio to 80% specialized care and 20% primary care by 2035.
Inpatient & outpatient services
- Emergency and trauma care
- Specialized medical and surgical services
- Maternal and child health care
- Critical care and intensive care services
- Diagnostic and imaging services
- Rehabilitation and allied health services
05 / Future direction
PMGH Corporate Plan 2025–2030
The Corporate Plan provides the strategic context for PMGH’s future development. The approved plan details can be added here when available.
06 / Leadership
Governance & corporate structure
An overview of the hospital’s governance and key service divisions. Approved board and leadership profiles can be added to these sections.
Governance
The governance framework provides oversight of the hospital’s direction, accountability, and service delivery.
Board of Governance
Board membership, responsibilities, and profiles can be published here when approved.
Organizational structure
Executive Services
Medical Services
Nursing Services
Corporate Services
BE PART OF OUR JOURNEY
Together, We Build a Healthier Papua New Guinea.
Whether you're a patient, partner or supporter, your involvement helps us continue our mission of saving lives and changing hearts.