Washington D.C. is getting its first new hospital in 25 years with the opening of the Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health in Ward 8. The hospital, set to open in a few days, aims to close gaps in healthcare access that have long affected residents of this area. The $434 million project, a public-private partnership, will offer 136 beds, a trauma center, emergency care, maternal health and delivery services, and a Level 2 NICU.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser highlighted the significance of this new facility, which fulfills a promise made in 2015. Ward 8 residents expressed excitement over having a full-service hospital in their neighborhood, as it will improve access to critical medical care and potentially save lives. CEO Dr. Tony Coleman emphasized the necessity of having a hospital close by, especially for expecting mothers in need of urgent care.
The hospital will bring the first trauma center east of the Anacostia River, reducing the time it takes for residents to receive life-saving treatment. The community is eagerly anticipating the opening, with a block party planned for this Saturday to celebrate and introduce the new hospital to the public. Overall, the Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health is seen as a significant step towards addressing healthcare disparities in Washington D.C. and providing much-needed services to underserved communities.
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