NHS Dumfries & Galloway is one of only two integrated health organisations in Scotland. It became operational on 1st April 2003 when the 2 Trusts were dissolved and one NHS organisation was created incorporating all NHS services along with the Health Board to create 'NHS Dumfries & Galloway'.

A wide range of services are provided from over 50 bases across the region. Many of these services are provided via one of our four Local Health Care Co-operatives, whereas others, such as Mental Health, Child Health and Sexual Health, are provided as regional services. Most acute services are based at Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary with a network of outpatient clinics held throughout the region and a range of acute services provided at the Garrick Hospital in Stranraer.

There are a number of community hospitals in various towns throughout the region, and an intermediate unit (including medical and surgical beds) in Stranraer.

NHS Dumfries & Galloway have a national reputation for excellent partnership working and continues to develop, supporting the delivery of seamless care in areas such as mental health, learning disability and services for older people.