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Monday, March 3, 2025

Hornell - St. James Hospital Opens New ICU Rooms, Advancing Critical Care for the Community

St. James Hospital is pleased to announce the completion and official opening of two state-of-the-art ICU-designated rooms, marking a major advancement in critical care services for the Hornell community. This milestone ensures that patients requiring intensive care can receive high-quality treatment close to home, reducing the need for transfers to facilities outside the region.

“We are proud to open these ICU rooms and enhance our ability to provide advanced medical care right here in Hornell,” said Wendy Disbrow, President and CEO of St. James Hospital. “This expansion allows us to keep critical care patients in our community, ensuring they receive timely and specialized treatment while staying close to their loved ones.”

The new ICU rooms are equipped with advanced medical technology and resources to support patients with severe or life-threatening conditions. This development aligns with St. James Hospital’s mission to continually expand and improve healthcare services for the residents of Hornell and surrounding areas.

“The availability of ICU care at St. James Hospital represents a significant step forward for healthcare in our region,” said Dr. Bilal Ahmed, Chief Medical Officer of St. James Hospital. “Our goal is to provide comprehensive, high-quality care locally, and this addition strengthens our ability to meet the critical needs of our patients.”

St. James Hospital remains committed to investing in its facilities and services to better serve the community. The hospital thanks its staff, patients, and community members for their ongoing support in making this expansion possible.