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By battlefordsNOW Staff

Infrastructure improvements

BUH to see operating room upgrades; surgical services temporarily postponed

Jul 20, 2023 | 4:40 PM

The Battlefords Union Hospital (BUH) will see its surgical services temporarily postponed while upgrades are underway to the operating room.

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) announced plans for infrastructure improvements at the BUH in a media release on Thursday.

“We are pleased to inform residents of North Battleford and area of the upcoming major capital infrastructure improvements to the Battlefords Union Hospital (BUH) operating room. These enhancements mark a significant step towards improving patient care, enhancing safety, and delivering exceptional health-care services,” the SHA stated.

To ensure the smooth progress of these improvements, temporary changes to surgical services will be in effect. Beginning at 5 p.m. on Friday, surgical services will be temporarily unavailable at the BUH. Surgical services will resume at half capacity at 8 a.m. on Aug. 1. Full resumption of surgical services is expected on Aug. 8 at 8 a.m.

“No surgeries have been cancelled, as this is a planned improvement project. Obstetrical patients whose pregnancy is considered high-risk should contact their obstetrician or family physician in advance of their due date to discuss their birth plan,” the SHA said.

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In the event of an emergency, patients should call 911 and if residents have questions regarding their health or mental health, professional advice is available by calling 811 to reach the Saskatchewan HealthLine.

“Facility upgrades and improvements support patient and staff safety and enhance service delivery. The investments in maintaining and upgrading the infrastructure at the BUH will make a lasting impact that benefits patients, families, and health-care providers,” the SHA said.

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