LIJ Valley Stream Cuts Ribbon On New $31 Million Emergency Department

VALLEY STREAM, NY — Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital has unveiled its newly renovated emergency department (ED). The $31 million reconstruction project nearly doubles the department space to 16,000-square feet.

The rebuilt ED has more comprehensive imaging capabilities with the addition of two new X-ray suites and a dedicated computed tomography (CT) scanner. The redesign includes a split-flow model that allows staff to triage and assess patients so that they can receive the highest level of care based on the severity of their illness.

“With this investment, we’ve created a state-of-the-art facility that will serve as a vital resource, ensuring families have access to comprehensive medical services when they need it most," said Michael Dowling, president and CEO of Northwell.

The construction also encompassed a complete renovation of all patient areas, including three
isolation rooms, a newly built emergency lobby and a completely new dedicated ambulance
entrance with a canopy providing coverage for transporting patients.

Long Island Jewish Valley Stream’s new emergency department features 40 patient beds
and patient intake rooms that were added during the renovation.

A weapons detection system has been installed at the entrance and additional security guards will staff the department to ensure the safety of patients, visitors and hospital staff.

“The emergency department is often the first point of contact with our patients and we have designed this space to ensure that every individual who walks through these doors receives
the highest level of care, compassion, and urgency they deserve,” said Jason Tan, president
of Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital.

Parts of the project are in their final phases of renovation. The final stage is slated to begin in early next year.