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September 18, 2009
by Janie Stikeleather
Accolades & Announcements
Friday, September 18, 2009 marked an important day in the life of Davis Regional Medica l Center, with the ribbon cutting of a new $7.9 million Emergency Department.
Boasting 19-treatment rooms to care for trauma, obstetrics, ENT, orthopedic and psychiatric patients, the facility offers state-of-the-art technology for enhanced patient care and staff efficiencies.
Flat-screen TVs in all treatment areas, office space for EMS and law enforcement personnel, along with a family consultation room are included in the 15,000 square foot addition. The Davis Regional ER is designed to handle increased patient volumes faster and more efficiently while still maintaining patient privacy and comfort.
Joining in the celebration and ribbon cutting were (left to right) David Bradley, Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce; Costi Kutteh, Statesville Mayor; Robin Clark, DRMC CNO; Pam Beck, DRMC Associate Administrator; Kyle Johnson, DRMC CFO; Kelly Conklin, DRMC COO; Dr. Stephen Greer, DRMC ER Medical Director; Gary Newsome, HMA President & CEO; Andy Davis, DRMC CEO; Tammy Brooks, DRMC ER Director; Bedford Cannon, DRMC Board of Trustees; Gloria Hager, DRMC Board of Trustees; Dr. Ralph Bentley, DRMC Chairman of the Board; Britt Reynolds, HMA Division I President; and Dr. Seema Garcha, DRMC Chief of Staff.
The new ER is expected to officially open Monday, October 5.
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