Facility renovations make progress at DGMC

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  • By Jim Spellman
  • 60th Medical Group
TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. --  The David Grant USAF Medical Center continues to make measurable progress providing a "fresh look" to the 808,475 square foot facility. 

The $7.9 million structural interior design renovation is the first update to the nearly 20-year-old medical facility since DGMC opened its doors in December 1988. 

The work is part of the Air Force Surgeon General's effort to upgrade interior finishes and furnishings of all inpatient facilities throughout the continental U.S. 

The first phase of renovation, funded at $3.1 million, began in January 2007 by contractor Arctic Pipe and Material, Inc. 

Phase one included a major remodeling of the DGMC dining room and serving area. 

The contractor is currently wrapping up work on the North entrance's reception counter and placement of new acoustical paneling in the corridors before starting renovation of the South entrance's reception area the week of Jan. 5 through 21 as phase two starts work on the second through fourth floors of the facility. 

"Phase two of the Structural Interior Design project will move DGMC into the 21st century with an interior design comparable to industry standards," explained Jeffrey Valles, 60th Medical Support Group facility planner. "It's been a huge undertaking that was over four years in the making and at least two in execution. There have been a lot of hands touching this project, with involvement at several levels of the Med Group." 

According to Mr. Valles, some of the work is being done after normal duty hours. 

However, Travis Team members visiting DGMC for their healthcare needs should "maintain their situational awareness" and be patient during any daytime construction efforts to improve the medical facility. 

For further information, contact DGMC's Facility Management office at 423-7768 or 423-7519.