Island Medics

Health

Health

A look at the unique set of challenges and day-to-day running of the UK's most remote hospital. Based in Lerwick, Shetland, Gilbert Bain hospital provides medical care and emergency services the islands' 23,000 residents. In addition, the hospital also assists thousands of workers located on oil rigs, fishermen, tourists, and residents of nearby islands, who must often make lengthy round trips for treatment. Poor weather conditions can often impede healthcare professionals as they make trips to visit patients or can delay important operations, but staff overcome the odds to provide a vital service to the community.