On June 25, Broward Health North (BHN) will break ground on a $70 million renovation project that will provide patients and their families with additional services, maximize energy efficiency throughout the hospital building and increase space for patient care. The renovation includes an all-new 35,000 square foot emergency department equipped with three trauma bays. Six additional operating rooms will also be constructed, adding 15,000 square feet to the current capacity.“The upgrades and renovations to Broward Health North will add value to the patient experience, and help us to continue providing them with the best quality of care for years to come,” said Pauline Grant, CEO of BHN. “The additional operating rooms will increase efficiency when scheduling surgeries and the in-house pharmacy gives patients the convenience of one less stop to make on the way home from the hospital.”
A new central energy plant will be the cornerstone of Broward Health North’s increased energy efficiency, complete with state-of-the-art generators and cooling towers. A new exterior façade will give the hospital a fresh and modern look.
“As a system, Broward Health is committed to delivering a superior level of patient-focused care,” said Frank Nask, president & CEO of Broward Health. “Broward Health North has been providing world-class healthcare to its patients for more than 50 years. This construction project ensures that it is prepared to exceed patient and community expectations well into the future.”
The target completion date for the central energy plant and new façade is the summer of 2015, the operating suites by the winter of 2015 and the emergency department by summer of 2016.
