By HFT Editorial Staff

Baptist Health Floyd received system board approval of a $65 million construction project that will be completed in two phases. Construction is expected to begin this spring with completion estimated in the fall of 2024.

“We are so excited about this project that will help us to provide a better patient experience and expand our services and programs,” says Mike Schroyer, Baptist Health Floyd’s president. “This is a $65 million project affecting many areas within the hospital and shows Baptist Health’s commitment to support the strategic plan, growth and staff of Baptist Health Floyd and the overall healthcare in Southern Indiana.”

Phase one of the project will include the addition of a hybrid operating room, two regular operating room suites, and two procedure rooms. In addition, there will be a renovation of the current surgical services department including 30 pre- and post-op areas, locker rooms, outpatient surgical flow, waiting area and storage space. Another key part of the phase one construction project is the build out of the third floor, which will include an inpatient cath lab and 32 to 40 universal beds.

Phase two of the project will expand Baptist Health Medical Group office space for new providers and will include the expansion of surgical services and recruitment of new specialty providers.