Since October 2023, Stoughton Hospital has been on a mission to improve the quality of care provided to its patients through the construction of a new outpatient center. This facility is designed to move several specialty clinics under one roof, allowing for better organization, efficiency and patient care.
Laura Mays, the project’s foundation director, shared the goals behind this new building.
This project’s priorities include bringing our specialty clinics together in one location so we can optimize the layout for each service, improve workflow and enhance convenience for patients and staff,” Mays said.
“Additionally, by moving specialty clinic offices to the new space, we can free up clinic rooms for urgent care services and enable us to meet the growing needs of our patients.”
The outpatient center is also designed to bring together essential services that were previously spread out.
“Returning the Stoughton Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine Services to one location will enhance satisfaction, safety, and convenience for patients and providers, including pulmonary and cardiac rehab,” Mays explained.
The new facility is more spacious, making it possible for Stoughton Hospital to expand services in the future.
“Patients now have easier access, new equipment, and a larger space with an incredible view for our rehabilitation patients,” Mays explained. “All specialty clinics, such as general surgery, podiatry, orthopedics and cardiology are now located in one place, making it more convenient for patients.”
The total cost of the outpatient center was set at approximately $25 million. To finance this major project, the hospital combined cash reserves, tax-exempt financing and a successful capital campaign.
“We raised over $2 million to fund this initiative, which is a tremendous accomplishment,” said Mays.
The Stoughton Hospital Foundation played a pivotal role in raising these necessary funds, with the community stepping up to support the effort.
“The campaign efforts started in April, and by early October, we had raised $2 million,” Laura recalled. “We received strong support from foundations, civic organizations, businesses, individuals, physicians and even our own employees.”
The generosity of the community was crucial to the success of this project and various notable organizations made significant contributions, including The Edwin E. and Janet L. Bryant Foundation, Keith and Tammy Anderson, One Community Bank, BEAM Healthcare, Wahlin Foundation, Inc., Stoughton Rotary Club In Memory of Dr. Donald Beresky, Southern Wisconsin Emergency Associates (SWEA) and JP Cullen Foundation.
“We are extremely grateful to all who have contributed towards the Stoughton Health Outpatient Center. Their gifts will improve the health of many people for years to come,” Mays said.
Looking ahead, the Stoughton Hospital Foundation is continuing its efforts to support the hospital’s mission.
“Currently, we’re raising funds through our Annual Appeal to purchase new recliners for the Geriatric Psychiatry Department,” Laura said. “This department provides care for individuals aged 55 and older with acute mental health disorders and we aim to improve comfort and care for these patients.”
With a growing focus on community support and strategic planning, Stoughton Hospital is ensuring that it remains at the forefront of healthcare for all its residents.