Glens Falls Emergency Room Upgrades to Enhance Patient Care
Hospital to Receive $15 Million Grant for Modernization
Glens Falls Hospital is set to receive a $15 million grant from New York State to modernize the Sheridan Family Emergency Center, which has not undergone significant upgrades in nearly 30 years. The project will expand the emergency room by around 7,500 square feet, providing a more efficient and effective space for patients to receive care.
New Equipment and Technology
According to Paul Scimeca, President and CEO of Glens Falls Hospital, the new equipment will be "virtually all-new" and will include a CT scanner, as well as additional equipment and furnishings to support patient care. This investment will enhance the hospital’s ability to provide high-quality care to the nearly 6,000 square miles it serves, covering parts of five counties.
Increased Workforce
The modernization project will also lead to the creation of new jobs to meet the growing demands of the medical community. Scimeca noted that the hospital is becoming an older population in the North Country, and the new space and equipment will help to address this trend.
Grant Funding
The $15 million grant will be part of a larger effort by the New York State government to support six hospitals, including Glens Falls Hospital. The funding will be used to support the hospital’s efforts to provide high-quality care to the local community.
Anticipated Timeline
The hospital needs approval from the Department of Health for the funds, which Scimeca expects to receive soon. Once approved, the hospital will finalize the contract through the grant award. The construction process is expected to begin soon, with the goal of completing the project as soon as possible.
Conclusion
The modernization of the Sheridan Family Emergency Center at Glens Falls Hospital is a significant step forward in providing high-quality care to the community. The new equipment and technology will enable the hospital to better serve the needs of patients, and the creation of new jobs will provide opportunities for employment in the medical field.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the purpose of the grant funding?
The grant funding is to support the modernization of the Sheridan Family Emergency Center at Glens Falls Hospital. - How much is the grant funding?
The grant funding is $15 million. - What will the new equipment and technology include?
The new equipment and technology will include a CT scanner, as well as additional equipment and furnishings to support patient care. - When is the project expected to begin?
The project is expected to begin once the hospital receives approval from the Department of Health for the funds.
