SURREY MEMORIAL EXPANSION UPDATE

On Tuesday January 14th. We had the distinct pleasure of the company of Parizad Mistry - Human resources Consultant at Fraser Health Authority and Jim Nielson - Managing Consultant, Recruitment and Retention at Fraser Health Authority.

They provided an excellent presentation detailing the Surrey Memorial Hospital expansion including a new ER and 8 story Critical Care Tower.

The expected Opening date is June 1st for the Tower, the ER is currently open and operating to capacity. Parizad explained that this is the largest Capital project in BC healthcare ($512 million). It adds 30% more beds and will allow for increased teaching capabilities. Staffing is increased by 650 medical positions and the project created 3300 construction jobs. The Emergency Department is the 2nd largest in Canada this expansion increased its size threefold. It has one of only 2 Pediatric Emergencies in BC and separate Mental Health Zone.

An extensive Q & A followed the prepared presentation where many questions were answered with detail and were greatly appreciated by the attendees.  

For more information log into the Fraser Health Authority Site   http://www.fraserhealth.ca

President Elect Garry Thind presented Parizad and Jim with a token of our appreciation.