JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. - –
Hard hats and power tools will make an appearance at USAF Hospital Langley, Langley Air Force Base, Virginia, as the hospital's premises will once again undergo construction, slated to begin in the fall.
The beginning demolition phase of the project was completed in 2014, making space for several renovations on the hospital's first floor to continue to improve service for hospital patrons.
"We are excited to continue the growth we've achieved over the last several years," said U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Paz, 633rd Medical Group administrator. "This project will expand our capabilities and make our top-notch facility an even better place to care for our active-duty beneficiaries, retirees and their families."
According to Jeffrey Strubhar, 633rd MDG facility manager, upon completion of this project, the 633rd MDG will double its current CT scan capability and decrease the need to send patients to other facilities.
The project also brings the hospital's MRI capability in-house, he added, bringing increased convenience to patients who currently have to visit the leased trailer adjacent to the building to use MRI services. A full histopathology lab and an expanded radiology waiting area are also features of the project.
Although construction may have a negligible effect on hospital patients, visitors and staff, according to Strubhar, efforts will be made by the contractor to perform most heavy construction work during off-hours, limit visibility of workers in patient care areas and utilize barriers around the construction area to protect patients and staff.
Renovations are scheduled for completion in November 2016, however, new areas will open for patient and staff use in phases prior to the completion date. The total project is anticipated cost to an estimated $9.6 million.
For more information about the construction, contact Strubhar at 764-6771.