A Patient-First Philosophy Drives Design and Functionality

The Kahn Health Care Pavilion wasn’t conceived in a vacuum. Michigan Medicine leaders prioritized a collaborative design process, actively engaging patients and care teams to ensure the facility truly meets their needs. This commitment is evident in the thoughtful allocation of space, with a strong emphasis on comfortable visiting and family areas alongside dedicated collaboration zones for medical professionals. These centralized spaces are designed to enhance communication and continuity of care, while the advanced patient rooms facilitate complex treatments, including full intensive care capabilities.

“This bold, new inpatient facility is a labor of love more than a decade in the making,” stated Linda Larin, M.B.A., chief operating officer for the Adult Hospitals at U-M Health. “The pavilion was designed for the present and future of health care — for our patients, as well as the dedicated care teams who deliver exceptional services every day.”

Neurosciences and Cardiovascular Care at the Forefront

The pavilion significantly expands neurological and cardiovascular services. A dedicated 24-bed neurocritical care unit, alongside 40 intensive care beds, provides specialized care for patients with critical neurological conditions. A 100-foot gait and balance system within a dedicated stroke unit aids in rehabilitation, while an epilepsy monitoring unit, equipped with EEG technology, allows for continuous brain activity monitoring. The facility’s first and third floors seamlessly connect to the U-M Health Frankel Cardiovascular Center, further integrating specialized care pathways.

The 12th floor is dedicated to cardiology, housing a cardiology intensive care unit and a heart failure unit. Dawn Kleindorfer, M.D., chair of the Department of Neurology at U-M Health and Robert W. Brear Professor of Neurology at U-M Medical School, emphasized the impact of the new facility: “At University of Michigan Health, we have tremendous multi-disciplinary teams who treat a host of neurological conditions at a time when more people are requiring complex treatment and management. The incredible features of the pavilion will enhance our care team’s abilities and further advance U-M Health’s status as a premier destination for neurosciences care.”

Sustainability as a Core Value

Beyond clinical excellence, Michigan Medicine demonstrated a strong commitment to environmental responsibility in the pavilion’s construction and operation. The facility is designed to achieve LEED Platinum Green Building Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council – the highest possible rating – through the use of sustainable construction materials, water- and energy-efficient infrastructure, and strategies to minimize greenhouse gas emissions. This reflects a broader organizational commitment to protecting the planet while simultaneously improving patient outcomes.

Did You Know?:

As healthcare systems grapple with increasing demands and evolving patient needs, facilities like the D. Dan and Betty Kahn Health Care Pavilion represent a significant step forward. But how will this increased capacity impact access to care for patients in underserved communities? And what role will technology play in further enhancing the patient experience within this new facility?

Frequently Asked Questions About the Kahn Health Care Pavilion

1. What is the primary focus of the D. Dan and Betty Kahn Health Care Pavilion? The pavilion is designed to expand access to complex, patient-centered care across a wide range of specialties, including neurology, cardiology, and surgery.
2. How does the new hospital prioritize the patient experience? The facility was designed in partnership with patients and care teams, prioritizing comfortable family spaces, collaboration areas for medical staff, and advanced patient room capabilities.
3. What sustainability features are incorporated into the Kahn Health Care Pavilion? The hospital is designed to achieve LEED Platinum certification, utilizing sustainable materials, energy-efficient infrastructure, and strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
4. What types of neurological services are offered at the new pavilion? The facility includes a neurocritical care unit, intensive care beds, a stroke unit with a gait and balance system, and an epilepsy monitoring unit.
5. How does the Kahn Health Care Pavilion connect to other U-M Health facilities? The pavilion directly connects to the U-M Health Frankel Cardiovascular Center on the first and third floors.
6. What is the total cost of the D. Dan and Betty Kahn Health Care Pavilion project? The project represents a $920 million investment by the University of Michigan Health.
7. What is the size of the D. Dan and Betty Kahn Health Care Pavilion? The new hospital spans 690,000 square feet across 12 stories.