Improving healthcare spaces: Inside the multi-million pound renovation in UK hospital

Medway NHS Foundation Trust recently completed a major £5 million renovation of the Ruby Ward at Medway Maritime Hospital, now a modern 30-bed cardiorespiratory unit for patients with serious heart and breathing conditions. At Doorson, we are proud to have contributed to this project with our telescopic sliding doors 300 T, which support efficient patient care and smooth facility operations.

300 T: A smart solution

In busy medical environments, every detail matters – from high hygienic standards to efficient space use. The 300 T telescopic sliding doors used in this project were designed with these priorities in mind, offering a wide-opening solution that provides easier patient transport, reduces delays in critical situations and lowers the risk of cross-contamination with touchless opening.

Hospital management, recognizing the importance of efficient space use and infection control, sees the renovation as a significant step towards creating a better healthcare environment, improving patient outcomes and preparing for future healthcare challenges.

A patient and staff-friendly environment

300 T are custom-colored in RAL 9010 white, easily bleding into the hospital’s bright interior. Their wide, glass door leaves allow maximum light transfer, creating a calming, open atmosphere that supports patient well-being. Additionally, the open view they provide helps staff to monitor patients.

Patients appreciate the positive impact of the new, bright and spacious design of the Ruby Ward, stating that the improved environment and natural light contribute to a more comfortable and pleasant stay.

Door control is provided by multifunctional switch COM20. Touchless door activation reduces physical contact, promoting better hygiene, helping to create a safer and more efficient workspace.

For another similar example in the UK with our partner Axis Entrance Systems, visit our reference project at Walsall Manor Hospital, with 300 T installed, solving the challenges of limited space in the Urgent & Emergency Care Centre.