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Maui Health has started construction on the new Nan and Wayne Kocourek Clinical Decision Unit (CDU) at Maui Memorial Medical Center. This unit will feature 12 additional observation beds for patients with chest pain, enhancing emergency care and reducing wait times. The construction will be phased until 2026, leading to temporary changes in ER access. Despite these changes, emergency services will remain fully operational. A ceremonial blessing recently took place, marking the project’s beginning, supported by donations and community involvement. The CDU aims to improve healthcare accessibility on the island, particularly after recent natural disasters.
Wailuku, Hawaii – Maui Health has initiated construction on a new clinical decision unit (CDU) at Maui Memorial Medical Center (MMMC), aimed at enhancing emergency care in the region. The new Nan and Wayne Kocourek CDU will introduce 12 additional observation beds specifically tailored for patients experiencing chest pain, thereby improving patient flow and reducing emergency room wait times.
The construction of the CDU, which is scheduled to unfold in multiple phases through 2026, will lead to some temporary access changes to the MMMC emergency room (ER). Starting September 3, 2025, the ER entrance, registration, and waiting room will be relocated during the first phase of the construction. Despite these changes, emergency care and services will remain uninterrupted, and the MMMC ER will continue to be fully operational throughout the construction period.
To keep the community informed on the progress of the project, Maui Health has committed to providing updates through local media, its website, and social media channels. The Chief Operating Officer of Maui Health has expressed gratitude for the community’s patience as the project progresses.
A blessing ceremony marking the start of the CDU’s construction occurred on March 10, 2025. This event saw contributions from notable donors Nan and Wayne Kocourek, state officials, and local community leaders. The Kocoureks’ $1 million donation was pivotal in securing funding for the initiative, which also garnered support from various community donors, Kaiser Permanente, and the state of Hawaii.
Work on the Emergency Department buildout commenced shortly after the blessing ceremony, as efforts to redesign and improve healthcare facilities are seen as crucial for accessibility in Maui, especially in relation to the busy emergency department. The CDU is designed to streamline diagnosis and facilitate the monitoring of patients who do not necessitate inpatient admission.
Maui Health Foundation Board President has highlighted the significant generosity and leadership shown by the Kocoureks in bringing this project to fruition. The new CDU is anticipated to broaden the capacity for emergency care services and enhance the quality of patient care delivered to the community.
The CDU is set to officially open in the fourth quarter of 2026. It reflects an ongoing commitment by Maui Health to advance healthcare accessibility and efficacy in the region, particularly crucial following natural disasters that have impacted the local community. Current efforts focus on the recovery of fire-affected individuals in Maui, emphasizing long-term health solutions in conjunction with the ongoing construction projects.
This new facility will not only support greater capacity within the emergency care framework but also serves as a testament to the collaborative engagement between community leaders, philanthropic supporters, and healthcare officials in addressing the pressing health needs on the island.
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- Maui Now: Maui Memorial Medical Center Begins Construction on New Clinical Decision Unit
- Maui News: Maui Health Foundation Plans to Open Clinical Decision Unit in 2026
- Maui Now: Construction Now Underway for New Clinical Decision Unit at Maui Memorial Medical Center
- Wikipedia: Clinical Decision Unit
- Hawaii Business: Maui Strong Fund Grantmaking to Target Housing, Mental Health
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