NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull officially inaugurated its newly renovated hemodialysis unit on March 11, 2024. This significant upgrade, covering approximately 3,500 square feet, aims to enhance patient comfort and clinical efficiency. The redesigned suite boasts a modern layout that facilitates patient flow and includes four dedicated hemodialysis bays, expanded utility and equipment rooms, along with upgraded lighting and infrastructure.
The renovation also features advanced HVAC and water treatment systems, which provide improved reliability and safety for patients undergoing treatment. Althea Senior-Morris, Chief Nursing Officer at NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull, expressed the importance of this new facility, stating, “This new area, in addition to being a life-sustaining treatment area, is also a place where our patients can receive compassionate, high-quality care in a setting that truly supports their needs.”
Commitment to Quality Care
Hospital leadership emphasized that the renovation underscores a commitment to elevating the standard of care for residents in Brooklyn. They highlighted the calming design and patient-centered layout as crucial elements for delivering essential treatments in a dignified environment. Verden Browne, RN and Director of Nursing for Medical-Surgical Units and Hemodialysis, remarked, “The opening of this hemodialysis unit is a major milestone for the nursing staff to continue to provide high-quality, life-saving care for our patients and the community we serve.”
The new hemodialysis suite not only incorporates state-of-the-art equipment but also focuses on patient and family education. Staff members are eager to utilize this space to deliver advanced treatments while ensuring compassionate support throughout each patient’s medical journey.
In summary, the newly opened hemodialysis unit at NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull represents a vital advancement in healthcare services for the Brooklyn community. The facility’s enhanced features aim to provide patients with the necessary resources for effective treatment in a supportive and caring environment.
