Last month, two new Endoscopy rooms and reprocessing areas opened at Northern Hospital Epping.

The Ward 9 team moved into the new rooms that boast larger spaces set up with the latest technology to enable our staff to deliver quality care to patients.

The journey to last month’s go-live had been a long one, commencing about seven years ago. After identifying that the old rooms were non-compliant with Australian standards, submissions were made to build two new rooms within the existing footprint of what was the old theatre recovery room.

“It’s a very exciting time for the Ward9/Endoscopy Team that have watched all other perioperative departments refurbish and redevelop. I’m really pleased that this team finally get their beautiful new spaces,” said Tracey Wyllie, Director of Operations – Surgical Services.

Phase One of the redevelopment included the washing and reprocessing of rooms. Phase Two will add a Step Down (low acuity) Theatre, two new consulting rooms and plenty of additional storage, which will open later in the year.

“The Ward 9 team have been resilient and very patient, working in cramped difficult spaces over the last few months during the build, but they can now be excited and proud to work in our new spaces,” said Sue Van Meeuwen, Nurse Unit Manager, Ward 9.

“I would like to thank everyone involved for their efforts and patience in preparing the new Endoscopy rooms for go-live. Without the teams support and hard work behind the scenes during construction, setup and education, the opening would not have been as smooth.”

“The staff were excited to show off the new Endoscopy rooms to our Peri Op and Gastroenterology colleagues, and to deliver quality care to our patients in a professional bright environment.”