The expansion at Gulf Coast Regional Medical added nearly 67,000 square feet and 52 new beds. After suffering damage from Hurricane Michael in 2018 that drastically reduced bed capacity, this new expansion has put facility in a better position to serve the needs of the Bay County community.
In addition to a fourth and fifth floor to the north tower, a connector from the third floor of the north tower to the main facility was added. The fourth floor houses a new medical/surgical floor featuring 22 private patient rooms. The fifth floor houses a state of the art, 18-bed acute inpatient rehabilitation facility. A third floor was added to the south tower, housing a new 12-bed surgical intensive care unit.
The $39 million initiative focused on seamless integration, involving reinforcing existing structures and systems while addressing environmental challenges. Managing dual tower expansion emphasized detailed coordination, considering daily operations and necessitating expert collaboration, ultimately enhancing the hospital's ability to meet the community's healthcare needs.
