Emergency renewal: Renew Sinai—Phase 3A emergency department renovation
June 03, 2024
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Canadian Architect takes a look at how we created human-centered design for the thoughtfully coordinated Mount Sinai ED renovation in Toronto
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Mount Sinai Hospital plays a vital role in the lives of many Torontonians, while also conducting world-class research and training. To do so effectively, its facilities need to feel fresh and exemplify leading standards. Since 2009, Stantec's Gail Hannah and Michael Moxam have been collaborating with a close-knit team of seasoned Mount Sinai administrative and clinical staff on renovations throughout the hospital’s 1953 building. This effort has required nothing short of military-style planning, with over 150 sequenced phases and temporary “decants and relocates” to upgrade the hospital while maintaining ongoing 24/7 operations. According to Dr. David Dushenski, Chief of Emergency Medicine at Sinai Health, following a renovation in 2000, the hospital had exceeded the emergency department’s capabilities within only four years. The new emergency department (ED) is now nearing completion, after seven years of phased construction.
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As vice president and design culture leader of Stantec Architecture, Michael is committed to excellence in all aspects of the design process.
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Based in Toronto, Gail is a principal. Focusing on the healthcare sector, she specializes in leading multidisciplinary teams through complex projects while keeping hospital operations running smoothly.
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