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The Queen's Medical Center - Manamana(Punchbowl) Emergency Department Expansion and Renovation

QMC’s Emergency Department, the busiest in Hawaiʻi, cares for nearly 70,000 patients each year and serves as the front door for the majority of the state’s critically ill and most vulnerable populations since it is the only Level 1 trauma center, only comprehensive stroke center, only organ transplant program, and the busiest STEMI center. QMC’s Emergency Department also cares for the greatest number of patients with behavioral health conditions.

As part of The Queen’s Health System’s multi-campus master plan, QMC will begin construction in May 2023 to expand and modernize its Emergency Department. This renovation will include:

  • Increasing the number of treatment rooms from 40 to 91 and upgrading the Level 1 Trauma Center.
  • Expanding the Emergency Department’s size to accommodate the latest in medical technology, including dedicated diagnostic and treatment facilities with state-of-the-art CT and X-Ray services.
  • Expanding behavioral health services to include a dedicated space for patients with behavioral health needs in an environment that provides the safest care and maintains the dignity of every individual.
  • Improving patient flow to allow for the safe separation of patients with suspected or confirmed infectious disease from the rest of the patient population, including those at higher risk of contracting an infectious disease due to pre-existing conditions.
  •  Upgrading mechanical systems to allow for negative air pressure and enhanced air filtration, as well as improved surface and air disinfection to prevent the spread of viruses.

Announcements & Updates

November 16, 2023

Please be advised that construction barricades will be placed along the Diamond Head side of the Miller Street sidewalk starting on Monday, November 20, 2023.

 Traffic Control will be implemented along Miller Street on:

  • Monday, November 20, 2023 between 8:30 AM and 3:30 PM.
  • Tuesday, November 21, 2023 between 8:30 AM and 3:30 PM as required.

As a result, starting Monday, November 20, 2023 the Diamond Head side of the Miller Street Sidewalk will be closed 24/7 for approximately 7.50 months.  

Mahalo for your patience and understanding.

THE Queen's Medical Center

Punchbowl Campus

Construction is expected to last through late 2024, and Queen’s is committed to making sure that patient visits continue with minimal inconvenience. Clear signage will be placed both outside and inside the facility to guide visitors to their destinations during this time.

“This project will create an improved patient experience, and the safety of patients, visitors and staff is at the forefront of the design,” said Jill Hoggard Green, PHD, RN, President & Chief Executive Officer, The Queen’s Health System. “We appreciate everyone’s support and patience as we work towards creating a more advanced facility that will benefit our state for years to come.”

TEAM INVOLVED AND ROLES

Queen's Executive Leadership

Jason Chang

President, The Queen’s Health System Innovation Institute and Executive Vice President of Innovation and Strategy, The Queen’s Health System

Darlena Chadwick

Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, The Queen’s Health System

Our Partners in Building

Architect

General Contractor

Owner’s Advisor Project Manager

Existing vs. Future State

+3

Exam Bays

Increase from 21 to 24

+1

Trauma Rooms

Increase from 3 to 4

+1

Intake Rooms

Increase from 4 to 5

+12

Behavioral Health Observation (OBS) Rooms

Increase from 0 to 12

+6

Super Triage and React (STAR) Bays

Increase from 4 to 10

+4

Isolation Rooms

Increase from 2 to 6

+2

Procedure Rooms

Increase from 0 to 2

+4

Resuscitation Rooms

Increase from 0 to 4

+1

Med Clearance Room

Increase from 0 to 1

+15

Critical Decision Unit (CDU) Observation Rooms

Increase from 0 to 15

+2

Triage Rooms

Increase from 0 to 2

+1

EKG/Phlebotomy Room

Increase from 0 to 1

QMC ED MILESTONE SCHEDULE

2023
Q2

2023
Q3

2023
Q4

2024
Q1

2024
Q2

2024
Q3

2024
Q4

PROJECT commencement

05/23

ED EXPANSION FIRST PATIENT DAY

02/24

PROJECT COMPLETION

11/24