Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust – Interventional Radiology

Kingston NHS Trust required a new Interventional Radiology suite & Cardiac Catheter Lab, located within close proximity to the A&E Department and Outpatient areas. An early decision was made to extend and develop the existing Rowan Bentall Wing at the Hospital which was constructed in 1993.

The new unit comprises an interventional/fluoroscopy unit with dedicated day ward and integrated inpatient bed waiting area, which will make a significant difference for patients waiting for procedures. The new unit also includes a cardiac recovery bay, a pre-assessment office shared by Radiology and Cardiology and a Radiology office, ensuring rapid reporting of all interventional procedures that are undertaken.

The building was extended to the North & East to be able to meet the minimum room size requirements and facilities required. It is also proposed to construct a new link connection to the new MRI Building adjacent.

The new environment is dementia and child friendly and the addition of patterned ceiling tiles and the calm blue decor benefits the wellbeing of both staff and patients.

This project was a ‘turn-key’ design & build project with Siemens Healthineers and the Main Contractor. Doddrells fulfilled the role of Principal Designer & Design lead on the project. The project involved extensive structural alterations, external works and detailed coordination of mechanical, electrical and medical services.

This new purpose built unit incorporating state of the art facilities has been a very welcome addition to the hospital.