Summerville Medical Center is thrilled to announce the completion of it's $67 million inpatient expansion project, which increases the hospital's licensed bed count by 40% to 174 licensed beds. This expansion also allows the hospital to privatize all inpatient units, ensuring that patients in the community can enjoy the comfort of private rooms while receiving care. 

This project marks a significant milestone in Summerville Medical Center's ongoing commitment to be the healthcare provider of choice for the communities they serve. It is the latest of more than $250 million invested in recent years to expand the hospital's facility, services, and team to meet the needs of the growing community. 

In October 2024, Phase 1 opened with the 3 North Surgical Unit featuring 30 private beds for high-quality post­surgical care. The final phase has now been completed, adding 14 private Intensive Care Unit (ICU) beds and 12 private Progressive Care Unit (PCU) beds on the new 4th floor. This addition significantly enhances critical care services for the residents of Dorchester County, Berkeley County, and the surrounding areas. 

"We are proud to open a larger ICU and PCU, which will reduce wait times in the Emergency Department for patients requiring additional care," said Theresa Kloewer, Chief Nursing Officer at Summerville Medical Center. 

"Our focus at Summerville Medical Center is always on providing high-quality, patient-centered care. We track a variety of factors, such as Emergency Department visits, length of stay, patient experience, and more, to ensure we're delivering the best possible care for each individual. With more critical care beds available, we can offer timely access for our patients and continue to improve their health journeys."