The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), on behalf of the City of Johannesburg’s Health Department, has commenced with the construction for the new Hikhensile Clinic on Lokologa Street, Ivory Park, Region A, Johannesburg.
This significant development marks a monumental step forward in enhancing community healthcare services in the region. The old Hikhensile Clinic will be demolished to pave the way for a modern, state-of-the-art 2173m² facility, demonstrating the City of Johannesburg’s commitment to providing primary healthcare facilities.
The new, R28 million, Hikhensile Clinic is designed meets the City of Johannesburg’s Health Department’s quality standards and will accommodated larger volumes of patients to provide a wider range of services. The construction of the clinic aims to:
· Improve health services delivery
· Create a visibly improved social service
· Support local economic development, including local SMMEs
· Encourage further investment and upgrading in the area
· Promote improved social cohesion
Upon completion, the clinic will feature a comprehensive array of facilities, including a:
Entrance Hall: A welcoming space that provides easy access to the various sections of the clinic, ensuring smooth patient flow and accommodating a large number of visitors.
Reception: A centrally located area where patients can check in, receive information, and be directed to the appropriate services, ensuring an organised and efficient experience.
Waiting Area: A spacious, 159-seat waiting area designed to accommodate patients and their families as they wait for consultations or treatments, with seating arrangements that promote comfort and privacy.
16 Consultation Rooms: Private rooms equipped with modern medical tools and equipment, allowing healthcare professionals to conduct thorough examinations, consultations, and treatments in a confidential environment.
Treatment Room: A specialised room for administering various medical treatments and procedures, equipped with the necessary medical equipment and supplies to ensure patient safety and care.
Isolation Room: A dedicated room designed to isolate and treat patients with contagious illnesses, preventing the spread of infections within the clinic.
Resuscitation Room: A critical care room equipped with advanced life-saving equipment and supplies, designated for emergency situations where immediate medical intervention is required.
Rehydration Rooms: Rooms equipped to provide intravenous fluids and other treatments to patients suffering from dehydration or related conditions, ensuring prompt and effective care.
Blood Room: A specialised area for blood sampling, testing, and storage, ensuring accurate diagnostics and safe handling of blood-related procedures.
Linen Rooms: Designated rooms for the storage and management of clean linens and medical garments, ensuring hygiene and efficiency in the clinic’s operations.
Ablution Facilities: Clean and accessible restrooms equipped with modern sanitary fixtures, ensuring patient and staff comfort and hygiene.
Water Storage Tank: A robust water storage system to ensure a reliable supply of clean water for all clinical and sanitary needs, maintaining high standards of hygiene and operational efficiency.
“The clinic will be executed in two phases. Phase 1 will include the construction of a single-story structure featuring six consultation rooms, a counseling room, a vital room, a doctor’s room, and a social worker room, as well as external works, parking, paving, and all necessary electrical and mechanical works,” JDA Executive Manager: Project Implementation, Mr Siyabonga Genu said.
The construction of the clinic will also play a critical role in job creation and skills development, with 30% of the contract value being awarded to SMMEs in the ward.
The facility is set to complement the various developments undertaken by the JDA in the region. Notably, in 2020, the JDA completed the eco-friendly Kaalfontein Clinic.
The original Kaalfontein Clinic, with only five consultation rooms, was insufficient to meet the local healthcare demands. The upgraded 16-consulting room facility now provides comprehensive primary healthcare services, setting a precedent for the Hikhensile Clinic’s anticipated success.
“The new Hikhensile Clinic is poised to become a cornerstone of healthcare in Ivory Park, providing essential medical services and improving the overall health and well-being of the community,” he noted.
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