OB-GYN Labor and Delivery

PROJECT PROFILE

Advocate South Suburban Hospital OB Renovation Location: Hazel Crest, IL Size: 23,500 sq.ft. Architect: Matthei & Colin Associates Delivery Method: Construction Manager at Risk

PROJECT SCOPE

Michuda Construction provided Construction Management at Risk services for the comprehensive OB Renovation at Advocate South Suburban Hospital. This project involved a full reconfiguration and upgrade of the OB floor, covering approximately 23,500 square feet. The renovation aimed to modernize patient care facilities, improve operational efficiency, and create a comfortable, patient-centered environment.

The project scope included:

• Conversion and Reconfiguration of 17 Patient Rooms: Enhanced layouts and code-compliant configurations for improved patient privacy and comfort.

• Finish and Equipment Upgrades: Updated finishes and essential equipment throughout the unit to create a welcoming and contemporary environment.

• Nurse Station and MEP System Enhancements: Renovation and expansion of the Nurse Stations, along with crucial upgrades to the MEP systems.

• Expanded Triage Area and New Recovery Space: Creation of a modernized Triage space and a state-of-the-art Recovery area.

• Modernized Nursery: Expansion and improvement of the Nursery to accommodate new standards of care.
  

This multi-phased project was meticulously planned to allow the OB floor to remain operational throughout construction, ensuring uninterrupted patient care.

CHALLENGES & SOLUTIONS

The OB Renovation project presented unique challenges due to the sensitive nature of the environment, as well as the need for seamless hospital operations. Michuda Construction implemented strategic solutions to ensure the project met Advocate Health Care’s high standards for patient care:

• Sensitive Environment: The project required careful noise and disruption management to maintain a quiet, comforting space for expecting mothers and infants. Michuda scheduled disruptive work within a limited, designated window to minimize disturbances.

• Complex Phasing: The main project phases were divided into smaller, concurrent sub-phases, allowing work to progress efficiently without impacting hospital operations.

• Temporary Facilities: Prior to main construction, Michuda created temporary nurse stations, patient rooms, and triage areas to maintain ongoing care and facilitate patient flow within the unit.

• Utility Management: Coordinating multiple MEP utility shutdowns required precise scheduling and real-time adjustments to avoid disruptions. Michuda’s team worked closely with hospital facilities to ensure continuous functionality.

• Strategic Scheduling: Loud and disruptive activities were carefully timed to fit within designated low-activity periods, ensuring minimal interference with patient care and hospital staff activities.