Rome Health is currently working on a new project to improve healthcare services in the Mohawk Valley. The $45.7 million project aims to meet the growing demand for care in the region by constructing a 30,000-square-foot, three-floor addition to the hospital. This addition will replace the aging operating rooms and intensive care units, ensuring that patients receive care up to modern standards.
Since 2019, Rome Health has seen an increase in the number of patients seeking services, with all services growing by nearly 30% during this time. The hospital’s COO, Ryan Thompson, mentioned that this rising need for care is being addressed through the new project. By modernizing the facilities and creating a seamless flow from pre-procedure to post-procedure care, the hospital aims to improve efficiency and expand its capacity for patients.
The $45.7 million project will result in updated operating rooms and intensive care units while maintaining the same number of facilities but bringing them up to new and modern standards. This investment is part of ongoing progress at Rome Health, which has undertaken several major projects in the past four years. The goal of Rome Health is to ensure that the community has access to necessary healthcare services in a sustainable manner.
Funding for the project comes from a combination of public and private sources, including a $26 million New York State Transformation Grant and $3 million in ARPA funds from the City of Rome. With nearly $44 million raised through public funding and private philanthropy, Rome Health is close to reaching its fundraising goal for the capital campaign. The hospital remains committed to providing quality care to the community while continuously improving its facilities and services.
