Saint Louis University Hospital and Des Peres Hospital announced plans to invest almost $27 million in capital during 2006. At SLU Hospital, plans include adding a 64-slice PET/CT and 3-tesla magnetic resonance imaging, expansion of the Post-Anesthesia Recovery Unit, updates to technology in Endoscopy, renovation of the hospital lobby and waiting rooms, and purchasing equipment for the Laboratories and Operating Rooms. Other projects underway include adding a 32-40 slice CT, updating cardiac equipment, and creating a Center for Advanced Geriatrics.

“In addition to enabling our hospitals to remain competitive, capital investment in new technology is critical to maintaining our Hospital’s mission as an academic medical center,” says Crystal L. Haynes, chief executive officer at SLU Hospital. Tenet’s hospitals aim to provide the best possible care to every patient, with a clear focus on quality and service. For more information visit www.tenethealth.com.