Milton Keynes University Hospital, New Imaging Centre (MKUH Imaging Centre)
Welcome to the project page for the New Imaging Centre at Milton Keynes University Hospital, which is being built by Morgan Sindall Construction.
Here you can read about the project and its positive effect on the community, and track progress as it happens.
Progress
Key facts
- Live Hospital Environment: Construction will occur in an active hospital setting, ensuring safe pedestrian and public movement.
- Foundation: Supported by 114 piles, each installed to a depth of 12 meters.
- Space Constraints: A tower crane will assist during construction phases. Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) will be utilised to access tight areas of the site, particularly for façade installation.
- Roof Plant Room: Plant and equipment are strategically placed in an enclosed rooftop plant room to minimise visibility and noise emissions.
- Architectural Design: The building's façade has been carefully designed to harmonise with existing structures while incorporating a modern aesthetic cook.
About the project
Milton Keynes University Hospital Imaging Centre is a new building located in the centre of the hospital grounds.
The new scheme entails a Major capital redevelopment on the site of the existing MRI facility to support the increasing diagnostic demand at the trust. The scheme will include provision for CT, MRI and ultrasound scanning and supporting clinical and administrative facilities.
The new building is replacing the outdated single-storey MRI scanner building, providing Milton Keynes with a cutting-edge medical facility. This ensures the community has access to modern diagnostic technologies and a facility that reflects the needs of the growing population.
The construction of a new 3-storey radiology facility promises significant benefits for the local community. By improving diagnostic capabilities, patient experience, and operational efficiency, this project will positively transform healthcare access and outcomes in the region.
Enhancing Healthcare Services
- MRI and CT Scanners: The facility will house two MRI scanners and two CT scanners, significantly increasing the hospital’s capacity to perform advanced imaging studies. This will reduce waiting times and enable faster, more accurate diagnoses for critical conditions like cancer, stroke, and trauma.
- Ultrasound Department: A new Ultrasound unit with six examination rooms will streamline outpatient services, ensuring timely care for routine and specialised diagnostic needs.
A spacious Radiology waiting area and new outpatient entrance will enhance the overall patient experience, making hospital visits less stressful and more comfortable for community members.
Supporting the Local Community
- By increasing diagnostic capacity, the hospital can expedite the path from testing to treatment, benefiting patients with urgent medical conditions. Early intervention can save lives, improve recovery outcomes, and reduce the need for more intensive treatments.
- The new entrance and dedicated waiting area for outpatient services will make it easier for patients from across Milton Keynes to access high-quality care without disruption, fostering a more community-friendly healthcare experience.
Boosting Hospital Efficiency and Sustainability
- The enclosed plant room and rooftop plant space will support the building’s operations efficiently, ensuring the diagnostic equipment and clinical spaces remain state-of-the-art and functional.
- The new building will connect to the existing Radiology department and hospital corridor, enhancing the workflow for hospital staff and minimising inconvenience for patients.
Working in the Milton Keynes Community
Making a positive difference in the communities we work is a vital part of our responsible business plan. Our Community Investment Group supports our project teams in the delivery of local community engagement projects. The Northern Home Counties team is part of the wider London & Home Counties business unit, which operates out of four regional offices, the Welwyn Garden City Office being associated with this project.
Alqab Hussain, Senior Project Manager, is the dedicated community contact for the New Imaging Centre project and will maintain communications with neighbours and the surrounding community. If you have any questions, please do get in touch with Alqab via the contact form at the bottom of the page with any queries regarding the project.
As a business we are proud members of the Considerate Constructors Scheme, which has a Code of Considerate Practice designed to encourage best practice beyond statutory requirements.
This page will provide a snapshot of activities we have been undertaking in the local community.
Meet the team
Alqab Hussain
Senior Project Manager
Thomas Wright
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Robert Linnell
Senior Design Manager
Ross Flavin
Senior Site Manager
Beth England
Site Manager
Reuben Clarke
Apprentice Quantity Surveyor
The Building Layout
Facilities:
- 2 MRI Scanners
- 2 CT Scanners
Connectivity:
- Direct access to the existing Radiology department and hospital corridor.
Facilities:
- Ultrasound Department with 6 examination rooms.
- Staff and patient support accommodation.
Additional Features:
- New entrance for Outpatient appointments.
- Waiting area specifically for Radiology patients.
Facilities:
- Enclosed plant room.
- External rooftop plant space serving the clinical areas on Levels 1 and 2.
Project Partners
