PGH starts construction on 16-story health center

The Philippine General Hospital (PGH), run by the University of the Philippines, commenced construction on a 16-story pediatric and adult specialty center on Wednesday.

Designed to accommodate 450 beds, the facility will include modern emergency rooms, operating theaters, intensive care units, and outpatient clinics.

Director Dr. Gerardo Legaspi emphasized the hospital's dedication to enhancing public healthcare infrastructure with this project.

First Lady Liza Marcos and other key officials attended the groundbreaking ceremony, underscoring the importance of this initiative.

The first phase of the project could cost P675.5 million and is expected to be completed by 2027.

Health Secretary Ted Herbosa described the feat as a 'vital step in achieving equitable access to quality care.'