On June 17, 2022, the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) commissioned its newly constructed 40-chamber walk-in mortuary refrigerator and refurbished autopsy room.
A release from the GPHC yesterday said that the project, which cost approximately $60m was awarded to C&L Construction Inc. through public tendering and was aimed at transforming the previously dilapidated mortuary into a dignified space for bereaved families.
The new space features a walk-in mortuary refrigerator with 40 chambers, and revamped autopsy area with two fixed tables and five mobile trolleys, and an expanded reception and waiting area. The renovated area affords a more conducive and organized space for storage and for the hospital’s pathology personnel to undertake post-mortem examinations.
Chief Executive Officer (ag.) Robbie Rambarran said in the release that the refurbishing of the mortuary and autopsy area is a significant development for the GPHC as the hospital works to improve the standard of care at all levels, including end of life.
“The new, calming space for bereaved families provides a refined viewing space with quiet ante-rooms where relatives may first see their deceased loved one. This is an often overlooked, but important consideration for grieving families, and we hope that the new mortuary provides some added comfort for bereaved persons”, the release.
