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Healthcare Re-Imagined

HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital is entering a new era of health care in Decatur with a $90 million transformation project.

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Overview 

The renovation includes enhanced surgical suites, a renewed Chapel, upgraded inpatient care area, increased access to critical care and other clinical and non-clinical upgrades.

We are re-imagining our footprint and care delivery model to ensure our mission continues as we serve our current patients and future generations in a modernized environment. Visit our Foundation page to learn how you can be part of our journey to the future of health care.

Rendering of entrace to HSHS St. Mary's Hospital

Enhanced Surgical Services

  • Four state-of-the-art surgical suites to increase access to advanced procedures.
  • Two new GI suites to accommodate for the latest technological advances.
  • Expansion and redesign of Pre-op and PACU spaces to accommodate our patients’ loved ones before and after surgery.
  • Relocation of sterile processing department adjacent to surgery for increased efficiency and infection prevention improvement.
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HSHS St. Mary's Hospital Rendering of Renovated Chapel

Renewing Our Chapel

  • Relocation of the Chapel to the main lobby will improve access and visibility.
  • Preservation and incorporation of the stained glass featuring the Prayer of St. Francis as a focal point.
  • Enhanced A/V equipment to further reach our patients and visitors.
  • Accessible, inclusive seating and kneelers.
Rendering of new inpatient room

Upgrading Inpatient Care

  • Renovation of inpatient spaces to enhance healing and improve accessibility for our patients and visitors.
  • Each private room will feature an accessible restroom.
  • Installation of top-of-the line telemetry equipment for improved patient monitoring.
  • Telehealth monitoring for future expansion of clinical services.
helicopter on helipad

Critical Care Accessibility

  • Relocation of the helipad for easier access to the emergency department for faster, more efficient transfers to a higher level of care.
  • Improved coordination and operational efficiency with flight and ground teams to reduce transfer times.

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