Development has been completed on a state-of-the-art robotic operating theatre, worth £6.5 million. The project requires constructing a new segment one story above the existing ground level. Ultimately, the goal is to improve patient care and save time and increase revenue within the healthcare facility. Senior Operations Manager Alison Coates emphasized the ambitious nature of the project, which bridges a gap over a courtyard to connect various departments.
Consultant surgeon Anil Agarwal said he was hopeful about the new facilities. He added, as he toured one of the new models of operating theatres, that patients were already feeling the gains of the refurbished theatres. A smartly renovated new recovery area will almost double their current capacity and improve patient care and flow. This new addition is sure to tighten the loop from surgery-to-recovery even further.
Its strategic location makes it easy for all to access the new section. It serves to greatly enhance the day-to-day working conditions for theatre administrative employees as well. Agarwal mentioned, “The new facilities will give theatre staff a better working environment.” We hope this enhancement will lead to a more productive workflow and in turn have a positive impact on patient care.
Alison Coates highlighted the challenges of the project, stating, “To say it was ambitious is an understatement.” The team faced numerous logistical hurdles in creating a seamless connection between the existing structures and the new operating section. Their unshakable commitment to providing the best healthcare services possible carried them through to this triumphant finish.
The creation of the new recurrent flooding recovery area is a big deal. It makes for a much smoother overall experience for patients once they’ve had their surgery. Agarwal remarked on the impact of these enhancements, saying, “Patients are already benefitting from the new operating theatres and now patient care and flow will improve with the new recovery area.”