AIHW data reveals increase in waiting times for patients undergoing elective surgery in Australia’s public hospitals

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The number of patients undergoing elective (non-emergency) surgery in Australia’s public hospitals increased by 18% from 2021–22 to 2022–23, but many patients are still facing long wait times, according to data from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW).