Woodhull Hospital – Emergency Department Retrofit & Demolition

Project Overview

Our team was contracted to perform a comprehensive retrofit and partial demolition of the Emergency Department at Woodhull Hospital in Brooklyn, NY — a key facility within the NYC Health + Hospitals system. The project was part of a broader initiative to modernize critical healthcare infrastructure while maintaining full operational continuity during construction.

The scope involved selective interior demolition of existing non-structural elements, including outdated partitions, ceilings, flooring, and medical gas systems. Our crew worked closely with hospital administrators and infection control teams to ensure all work zones were properly contained and met stringent ICRA (Infection Control Risk Assessment) requirements, especially given the high-sensitivity environment of the ED.

Following demolition, we executed a full retrofit of the emergency department, including updated exam rooms, trauma bays, nurse stations, and waiting areas. This included installing upgraded MEP systems (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing), integrating new HVAC units to improve air circulation, and preparing the infrastructure for modern diagnostic and telemedicine equipment.

Additionally, our team coordinated multiple night shifts and off-hour work windows to minimize disruption to hospital operations, ensuring that patient care continued without interruption. We also managed all sub-trades, including electricians, plumbers, and fire protection specialists, to meet aggressive project timelines and tight regulatory standards.

The result was a significantly modernized emergency department, equipped to serve the community more efficiently while enhancing patient experience and staff workflow.