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Case Study: Enhancing Patient Care Through Thoughtful Construction at Mississippi Valley Surgery Center

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Client: Mississippi Valley Surgery Center & Endoscopy Center 

Location: Davenport, Iowa 

Scope: 15,566 SF expansion + 9,482 SF renovation 

Project Type: Healthcare renovation and addition in an active medical environment 

Overview 

When the Mississippi Valley Surgery Center set out to expand and modernize its outpatient facility, Bush Construction was trusted to deliver this complex renovation. With a partnership spanning six years, Bush brought the expertise needed to manage a highly sensitive, occupied-space project. 

The result: A 15,566-square-foot addition and 9,482-square-foot renovation that improved patient care, workflow, and overall comfort. 

Project Highlights 

New Construction Features

  • 10 overnight recovery rooms 
  • 3 state-of-the-art operating rooms (ORs) 
  • 6 PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit) bays 
  • Nurses' stations, offices, and support areas 

Renovated Spaces   

  • 21 expanded pre-op/post-op rooms 
  • A centralized processing department 
  • Updated nurse stations, physician break room, sterile storage, and offices

Built Around Patient Safety 

A key challenge was executing the work in a fully operational surgical facility. Bush Construction prioritized safety and cleanliness, using: 

  • Customized phasing plans to allow construction during ongoing operations 
  • Special working hours and life safety measures to reduce disruption 
  • Negative air pressure systems and temporary walls to protect patients 
  • Daily coordination with medical staff and building owners 

A Trusted Healthcare Partner 

Over the course of six years, Bush Construction partnered with MVSC on numerous interior and exterior improvements, including: 

  • Build-outs for ENT Professional Services, Iowa Women’s Health, and the Plastic Surgery Center 
  • Vascular Suite improvements, including a new sterile storage room and physician break room 
  • Renovations for Orthopedic Specialists in Davenport and Clinton, Iowa 

These phased, occupied-space projects succeeded because of detailed planning, open communication, and strong collaboration with MVSC. 

 

Results: Mississippi Valley Surgery Center’s investment in this expansion reflects its commitment to providing top-tier surgical care. Bush Construction’s work ensured a smooth, safe, and efficient transformation—delivered with the expertise and care healthcare projects demand.

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RENOVATING WITHOUT DISRUPTING: Smart construction strategies to minimize downtime

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Running an Occupied Facility During Construction: It’s Possible…with the Right Team 

When it comes to healthcare construction, the stakes are high. You can’t afford to shut down for renovations – patients need care, staff need functional spaces, and operations must continue seamlessly. So how do you upgrade a facility without disrupting critical services?  

Unlike traditional multi-firm projects, Bush Construction integrates development, design and construction under one roof. This means a streamlined approach, smarter planning and fewer disruptions – keeping your practice running and your patients happy.  

Phased Renovations: Keeping Your Practice Running  

Renovating in phases allows your facility to remain open while construction happens in designated areas. 

  • Minimizing Impact: We carefully plan each phase to keep patient care uninterrupted. 
  • Temporary Solutions: Swing spaces and temporary treatment areas keep services operational. 
  • Off-Hours Work: Night and weekend construction limits disruptions during peak hours. 

 

Planning and Communication: Staying One Step Ahead 

Our pre-construction, design and project teams will work closely with your staff to ensure seamless coordination and transparency.  

Preconstruction Planning: We align work with your least busy times to reduce impact. 

Early and Reoccurring Design Walkthroughs: Our designers will walk through phased design plans early and often with your doctors, nurses and office managers integrating workflow needs.  

Supply Chain Management: With a fully integrated team, we can sync up early to pre-order materials, preventing delays and avoiding unexpected costs.  

 

Single-Source Contact: One point of communication eliminates misalignment between teams. 

ICRA-Certified Teams: Clean and Safe Construction 

Healthcare construction requires strict infection control. Our ICRA-certified professionals ensure: 

  • Blocked-Off Work Zones: Minimizing dust, debris, and airborne particles.  
  • Clean Air & Spaces: Proper airflow management to prevent contamination. 
  • Safety First: Strict protocols to protect patients and staff. 

A Smarter Approach to Healthcare Construction 

Renovations don’t have to be a headache. With Bush Construction, you get a single-source partner that keeps your facility running smoothly. We handle everything—so you can focus on what matters most: your patients. 

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