Magherafelt-based construction firm Henry Brothers has completed a new endoscopy unit at Leicester General Hospital, offering state-of-the-art facilities for patients and staff.

The single-storey unit features six procedure rooms and 20 private pods for patients before and after procedures, each with an en-suite. Patients began using the facility this month.

Ian Taylor, Managing Director of Henry Brothers Construction, said: "We are delighted to have successfully completed our first project for the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust and look forward to more successful partnerships in the future.

"The new Endoscopy Unit at the Leicester General Hospital will improve the diagnostic and treatment experience of patients and provide staff with a modern facility in which to work. Henry Brothers Construction is very proud to have delivered this new Endoscopy Unit which will play a key role in enhancing healthcare for the local community."

The endoscopy team at the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust provides a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to more than 30,000 patients each year. The new unit is expected to accommodate an additional 9,000 patients annually, helping to reduce waiting times and provide quicker access to follow-up care.

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Rachael Briggs, Associate Director of Operations, said: "We know how important earlier diagnosis is for conditions such as cancer, which endoscopy procedures help to detect. We are delighted that this new facility is open to help our teams see and treat more patients, as well as bringing some of our services closer to this area of Leicester.

"As part of the new unit, we have used digital solutions to replace paper forms, allowing our clinical teams to have more time to care for patients. The new facility is bright, open, and modern, which will make a big difference to those working here and visiting. I would like to thank everyone who has been involved in this project for making it a reality. Our patients are at the heart of everything we do, and this new unit will go a long way towards improving their experience, and that of our team."

Construction work on the facility began in March 2024, with Henry Brothers Construction leading the project alongside project manager Selcon, quantity surveyor Rider Levitt Bucknall, principal designer Stephen George & Partners, architect P+HS, structural engineer Curtins and mechanical and electrical engineer CPW.

James Almond, Managing Director of P+HS Architects, added: "We're delighted to have worked with Henry Brothers Construction and the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust on this important project. The new endoscopy unit is a fantastic example of how well-designed environments can enhance both patient experience and staff wellbeing. It’s a credit to everyone involved and we’re proud to make a real difference to healthcare provisions in the region."