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Show f Thursday, i , , $ptmbr8, 1983 , Fog ;' 11 Valley West Hospital Acquired By HCA In 1 979 5A, Col. 6) more growth. The number of physicians on the staff of the hospital in- (From Page even creased to more than 80. More than 70,000 patients had used the hospitals came more efficient hospital was acquired by Hospital Corporation of facilities. The emergency room had become the second busiest in the state. Lives were lengthened, enhanced and saved. Still, there was a long way to go. In 1979, Valley West America (HCA), largest investor-owne- the management systems and a tremendous increase in buying power. The results d were health care company in the world. With corporate resources more advanced equipment and systems, active physician recruit-- and support ment and expanded services. The Eighties The idea that a new hospital should be built arose in 1981 when changes were made in city codes, seismic requirements and construction plemented. Outpatient pro- grams and ambulatory care bring advanced diagnostic and treatment methods to residents right in their own neighborhood. d A psychiatrict unit serves an area once substantially lacking in psychiatric resources. Pioneer Medical Plaza, a 30,000 square foot medical standards. The existing facility could not be adapted to accommodate the needs of modern medicine. Most importantly, there was the need to provide additional services to a rapidly growing community: Forty-fiv- e percent of Salt Lake Countys population was living west of State Street, yet Valley West hospital provided only nine percent of the approved hospital beds in the county Hospital officials determined the area needed a hospital designed for the future. Utah Department of Health officials agreed and in November, 1981, the $20 4 million Pioneer Valley hospital was approved for construction. Future Developments Sept. 13, 1983, Pioneer Valley hospital opens its doors, bringing medical care on the west side of the valley into an era of advanced medical science. Space is greatly expanded, as are services. Equipment in each department is up to date. Contemporary nursing policies have been im office building, complements the hospital. Emergency Doctor Services, a satellite clinic, provides emergency care at a reasonable cost in the Kearns area. Two additional medical plazas provide attractive office space for physicians desiring to practice in West Valley City and Kearns. The west side of the valley is a thriving, growing area, the acres of farmlands having been replaced by subdivisions, shopping centers, schools, businesses and roads Conservative estimates place the primary service area population at 170,000 in 1985 and at least 225,000 by 1990. - 139-be- d, West. Accessibility to both major arterials was a high priority matter in planning the new facility for the convenience of emergency vehicles. ln addition to access from 35th South, the new Pioneer Valley hospital may be reached on this new street, 3349 South, which connects with 4000 With Pioneer Valley attracting first hospital class physicians and medical technicians to the area, the growth will con- tinue The notion that health side of the care on the west valley could never compete with the care found in town is now an idea of the past. Congratulations... We were proud to have participated in the construction of the new Pioneer Valley Hospital For Your Home We Offer r0 "R Conventional Duty IVULFiJ Traverse Rods) WITH ANY CUSTOM MXEjEj Heavy DRAPERY ORDER I- - Have You Seen These Interiors By Rosanne? ExpoMart Promised Valley Playhouse Salt Lake Temple Cottonwood Ice Skating Rink FREE In-Ho- Otofamtie me Designer Consultation (No obligation to you) 148 EAST 5065 SOUTH MURRAY, UTAH 84107 OFFICE (801) 261-44- 88 5 |