The Cambridge Memorial Hospital Redevelopment was a large-scale modernization and expansion project designed to meet the growing healthcare needs of the community while integrating advanced medical technology and improved patient care environments. The project began under Bonfield as the general contractor and was successfully completed under EllisDon, with J.M.R. Electric Ltd. proudly completing both the mechanical and electrical scopes of work.
The redevelopment expanded the hospital’s capacity from 147 beds (2019) to 217 beds (2025) — with 80% of rooms being single-occupancy to enhance infection control and patient privacy. Major areas of expansion included:
- Diagnostic Imaging Department: New CT scanner, Fluoroscopy/X-ray, and SPECT-CT scanners to support cutting-edge diagnostics.
- Emergency Department: Expanded to 40 stretchers (from 26 in 2019), with five specialized treatment bays (ENT, Mental Health, Ophthalmology, Gynecology, Orthopaedics) to bring specialists directly to patients.
- Intensive Care Unit: Expanded to 14 beds, each equipped with adjustable respiratory and nursing booms for maximum flexibility and access around the patient.
- Surgery Department: Eight modern operating rooms with a dedicated sterile corridor, adjustable booms and operating tables, and advanced “shadow-free” surgical lighting technology.
- Birthing Unit: Newly expanded with private admissions, a dedicated C-section operating room, and a post-anaesthetic recovery area for new mothers.
- Medicine/Rehab B3 Unit: Features specialty therapy rooms including an Activities of Daily Living Room with a mock kitchen, bathroom, and laundry area to support patient rehabilitation and readiness for discharge.
All inpatient and emergency units feature negative pressure rooms for infection control, including a convertible six-room isolation zone that can be sealed off during outbreaks. Each patient area is equipped with overhead lifts, improving safety and comfort for both patients and staff.
This redevelopment has transformed Cambridge Memorial Hospital into a state-of-the-art facility that delivers patient-centered care, operational efficiency, and resilience for the future of healthcare in the region.
