Purpose of the Proposition
• Provide funds to attract more specialists
• Provide medical scholarships for local youth
• Build a new clinic in South Beauregard
• Provide a mobile health clinic to improve access to care
• Enhance care in new Emergency Department under construction
• Enhance care in new Women’s Health Center under construction
• Grow the economy of Beauregard Parish
How will this investment recruit specialists?
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• Support medical scholarships for local youth
• Pay expenses for current medical students doing Clinical Work at BHS
• Offer competitive salaries
Why build a clinic in South Beauregard?
Provide access to care for a growing population
Services will include:
• Primary and Specialty Care
• Radiology
• On-Site Lab
• Retail Pharmacy
Increase referrals to hospital services
Diversify payor mix and strengthen hospital finances
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What is the benefit of a mobile health unit?
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Provides access to healthcare services for those who don’t have transportation or cannot easily travel.
What will the new Emergency Department Offer?
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Shortens wait time to see the doctor
Double capacity of patients: Previous ER designed for 13,000 patients per year and new ER 20,000 per year
Double the size of exam rooms
All exam rooms private
Provide separate entry points for patients with infectious disease and mental health patients
What will the new Women’s Center on 3rd floor offer?
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Dedicated space for Women’s Health Services
Enhanced comfort and privacy for patients
Advanced Resources for Maternal and Gynecological care
Comfortable family spaces
