PONTIAC, Mich. – Trinity Health Oakland announced it is building a new $48 million emergency department on the hospital’s campus on Woodward Avenue.
The new department will increase in size to about 50,000 square feet, compared to the existing space, which is about 19,000 square feet. According to the hospital, the increased space will allow for larger patient care rooms and specialized units.
The following upgrades will be made under this expansion project, according to the hospital:
- Dedicated behavioral health unit that will increase “capacity to serve patients and provide care in a private, dignified setting.”
- Space for pediatric-focused care.
- New ambulance entrance to streamline the process for EMS vehicles and improve their turnaround time.
- An enhanced lobby to create an efficient and smooth triage process for patients.
- New and additional trauma bays.
Construction broke ground in June 2024 and is expected to be completed in 2027.
“A new Emergency Department represents a significant investment in our hospital and in our community, which will meaningfully improve patient flow and position us to provide more efficient, timely care to our patients,” said Fabian Fregoli, M.D., chief medical officer and president of Trinity Health Oakland. “The upgrades will also address the specialized needs of patients with behavioral health issues, ensuring they receive highly compassionate, effective support. Taken together, these improvements will elevate the quality of care we deliver to our patients and the overall experience they have while under our care.”
During construction, the emergency department will stay fully operational.
“All of our doctors, nurses, and support staff are really excited, because we know the value of improved patient flows and facility upgrades, and how they can make a significant impact on the patient experience,” said Rahul Mehta, M.D., chair of Emergency Medicine at Trinity Health Oakland. “As the demand for advanced medical services continues to grow, new and improved facilities will enable us to meet that demand with greater efficiency and precision. The upgraded facilities will allow us to deliver the highest standard of care, ensuring each and every patient receives the swift, expert treatment they deserve in a state-of-the-art environment.”
The hospital says the project has been possible thanks to “significant contributions” from community donors, who have covered nearly half of the cost.
Corporate donors and individuals interested in supporting the construction of the new emergency department can contact Craig Peiser, director of major gifts and corporate philanthropy at Trinity Health – Southeast Michigan, at craig.peiser@trinity-health.org or give online at giving.trinityhealthmichigan.org/Oakland.
