COLUMBIAMEMORIAL.ORG Fall 2025 5 the third floor and offer views of the Columbia River or green spaces outside. Every room will also have a private bathroom and shower. An observation unit, including four rooms (in addition to the hospital’s 25 inpatient rooms), will increase access for same-day surgery patients and those who will be in the hospital for less than 48 hours. These rooms will free up other inpatient rooms for patients requiring longer stays. Caregiver amenities Over the past few decades, caregiver spaces were reduced to make room for more patient services. In the expanded hospital, nearly 6,000 square feet will be dedicated for caregiver use only. There will be private lounges, locker rooms and lactation rooms, with a respite area included on every floor. Caregivers may also access outdoor terraces that are exclusively for their use. Built-in resiliency measures Because the hospital is located in a tsunami inundation zone, the expansion is being constructed with resiliency in mind. A deep pile foundation and steel structure will anchor the building to the ground, and the third and fourth floors will be able to accommodate up to 1,900 people as a refuge in case of a natural disaster. In addition, critical infrastructure, generators and the helipad will be located on the roof, away from any potential hazards near the ground. This will allow the hospital to continue to function even in an emergency. Additional features In addition to the features mentioned in the article, we also have plans for: ● Additional telemedicine services with OHSU ● Expanded lab draw services ● Improved parking ● Increased access to advanced imaging with new CT and MRI machines ● Increased mammography services ● Inpatient dialysis ● New obstetric suites, with private labor tubs in each room ● Robotic surgery ● Enhanced security is bringing to Astoria
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