Albuquerque, New Mexico
HEALTHCARE
“Our ER expansion was right up McCarthy’s alley – it was very complicated.”
—Jim Jeppson, administrative director, Presbyterian Health Services
While small in square footage, the $12 million renovation of Presbyterian’s emergency department was exceedingly complex in scope.
60,000 patients visit the ER annually as Presbyterian is the largest acute care hospital in the state. So, it was critical the facility remained open 24/7 throughout McCarthy’s work. 10,000 square feet of new space was built and 15,000 square feet of the existing ER was renovated, nearly doubling the treatment spaces to 50 while also adding a radiological imaging room. “Cleanliness and communication were absolutely critical throughout. Our staff was impressed with the process and even more impressed with their new facilities,” commented the hospital’s Jim Jeppson. The multi-phased project required the movement of the department’s main entrance 10 times. Phase II and III of the renovation continue. Architect: Dekker/Perich/Sabatini, Albuquerque, N.M.
