Wangaratta Private Hospital enjoyed a fabulous turnout to the Open Day on Saturday, with over 250 people were shown through the hospital, showcasing the Palliative Care Unit, the refurbished ward, and then an informative and interactive experience in the Operating Theatre, and the MAKO robot.

Wangaratta local, John Evans, said he and Kaye Connor attended the event out of curiosity.

"We thought it was a good opportunity to have a look at what goes on behind the scenes and it was very impressive," he said.

"It was really interesting to go into the operating theatre, the robot that assists with orthopaedic surgery was incredible and it was terrific to have the technician who looks after the machine explain it all.

"We were very impressed with the hospital and thought it was great they opened the doors to the public and let people have a look at what goes on."

James Churchill, local orthopaedic surgeon, had his consulting suite open, and the crowd then gathered around at Wangaratta Cardiology and Respiratory Centre, to view the latest medical equipment.

Event coordinator, Wendy Toppin, said she was very pleased with the crowd.

"We have not had an open day since the opening of the hospital 30 years ago", she said.

"I was particularly proud of our volunteers, who took people on tours of the hospital, and sold donated items to raise money for palliative care.

"Country Care Group had high quality, assistive-care equipment for people to try, and the Wangaratta Rotary Club kindly cooked throughout the event.

"Students looking to have a career in health loved it today, and our mayor Irene Grant, had been chairperson on the initial committee 30 years ago when the hospital opened, so it was fitting to have her return today to open this event."

Chief executive officer Jonelle Hill-Uebergang thanked the large crowd and was moved by the volunteers and staff's participation to make it a success.