The Detroit Medical Center has opened three newly renovated Trauma and Resuscitation bays at DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital, Michigan’s first Level 1 Trauma Center.
The bays recently underwent $1.6 million in upgrades at DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital, known by many as “Receiving.” The hospital is home to one of the region’s busiest and most well-equipped emergency departments, training nearly half of practicing emergency medicine physicians in Michigan.
“With DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital’s reputation as the place to go in Metro Detroit for trauma injuries, stroke, cardiac arrest, burns, carbon monoxide poisoning, orthopedic injuries, and other major issues, our expansion is a direct reflection of our dedication to the community,” says Brittany Lavis, CEO of DMC.
“We have the highest responsibility to our patients and the team members that care for them at a critical point in their lives. These new Trauma and Resuscitation bays will help us provide the highest level of care.”
Comdec in Clinton Township was the general contractor for the construction project, while Stucky Vitale Architects in Royal Oak provided architectural support.
The renovations include:
- New overhead Skytron booms, which move around overhead and provide critical access to oxygen, suction, and cardiac monitoring. The new booms also offer lighted displays of the patient’s cardiac status, blood pressure, temperature, and other data necessary for high-level, time-sensitive care.
- New Cannon X-ray equipment that floats between the three Trauma and Resuscitation bays on a rail system.
- New sliding glass door supply storage in each bay, which provides easy visual access while sealed to prevent contamination.
- Two upgraded computer monitors in each bay, for doctors, nurses, and team members to have quick, easy access to update and coordinate patient information;
- Replacement of flooring with cushioned, anti-microbial flooring.
- Changing all Trauma and Resuscitation unit doors to wave activation, to avoid the spreading of germs or contaminants by touch.
- New LED, dimmable lighting to replace fluorescent lights for enhanced visibility as well as energy conservation.
- Upgraded Respiratory and Pharmacy areas, including a computer upgrade critically important during intense initial and ongoing care of incoming patients.
- Increased out-bay storage to increase space available for care in the Trauma and Resuscitation unit during critical trauma situations.
“Our strength is our ability to quickly evaluate, diagnose, and recognize potential issues for each patient who comes through the doors of Receiving,” says Sannid Saleh, a registered nurse and administrative director for DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital Emergency Department, who spearheaded the project.
Receiving and Children’s Hospital of Michigan are also home to two of Michigan’s three American Burn Association-verified Burn Centers, as well as one of the largest hyperbaric chambers in the state.
The Detroit Medical Center operates eight hospitals and institutes, including Children’s Hospital of Michigan, DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital, DMC Harper University Hospital, DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital, DMC Hutzel Women’s Hospital, DMC Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan, DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital, and DMC Heart Hospital.
The Detroit Medical Center is a leading regional health care system with a mission of excellence in clinical care, research, and medical education. For more information, visit dmc.org.
