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Midlands Metropolitan University Hospital prepares to open after six-year delay
National World - LocalTV
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24/09/2024
The long-awaited Midland Metropolitan University Hospital in Smethwick is set to open on 6th October. Delayed for six years, the new £750m facility will bring major changes to healthcare in the region.
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The Lungowaited Midland Metropolitan University Hospital in Smevik is set to open on the 6th
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of October.
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Delighted for six years, the new £750m facility will bring major changes to healthcare in
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the region.
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With over 730 beds, a new emergency department, dedicated children's I&E and a maternity unit,
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the hospital will consolidate services from City Hospital and Sandwell General.
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Both existing hospitals will remain open for outpatients and die-case treatments, while
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Sandwell General will also become an urgent treatment centre.
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The project faced delays due to the collapse of the original contractor and rising costs,
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but staff now describe the new facility as brilliant.
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The additional space and modern design are expected to improve patients' care and speed
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up diagnostics.
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The hospital promises to deliver a better healthcare experience for the community when
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it finally opens its doors.
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Visit www.lungowaited.co.uk to find out more.
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