Emergency Department Renovation
Transforming emergency care
Every year, tens of thousands of people rely on the Emergency Department (ED) at Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Spring. For patients facing urgent, complex, or life threatening needs, this space is essential—and it must evolve to meet the growing demands of our community.
Why this renovation matters now
Holy Cross Hospital cares for more than 75,000 emergency patients each year, making it one of the busiest emergency departments in Maryland. Over the last two decades, more than 1.5 million patients have received care in this space, far exceeding the capacity of its original design.
This renovation ensures we can continue to provide high quality emergency care for the communities we serve.
Emergency Department walkthrough
Watch a preview of what the renovated Emergency Department will look like once completed.
The Role of Philanthropy
Philanthropy helps Holy Cross go beyond basic infrastructure upgrades. Donor support makes it possible to create:
- private and dignified patient spaces
- expanded behavioral health services
- access to advanced technology and equipment
- a more compassionate and efficient care environment
Your generosity helps transform the way emergency care is delivered in our community.
Make a DonationWhat the renovation includes
Holy Cross is reimagining its Emergency Department to better serve patients, families and caregivers at critical moments.
Donor support will help deliver:
A better experience for patients and families
- 65 modern, private treatment spaces
- A calmer, more welcoming waiting environment
- Clearer navigation and wayfinding
- Enhanced technology and equipment to support rapid diagnosis and treatment, including expanding capabilities for treating specialty pathogens
Dedicated behavioral health care
- A secure therapeutic space for patients in crisis
- Increased safety for all patients, visitors and colleagues
Support for care teams
- Improved visibility and communication across all areas of the ED
- More efficient workflows that allow clinicians to focus on patient care
- Updated spaces that promote caregiver wellbeing
Community Impact
As a Catholic, not-for-profit hospital, Holy Cross plays a vital role in delivering compassionate emergency care to all who need it, especially individuals facing barriers such as limited insurance, behavioral health challenges, or difficulty accessing primary care.
For the community, this renovation means:
- Faster access to care
- Reduced crowding and increased comfort
- A modern, future-ready facility
Frequently asked questions
Construction is underway in a phased approach and scheduled for completion in 2028.
Yes. Renovations are carefully phased to ensure uninterrupted patient care.
Donor support allows Holy Cross to go beyond basic upgrades, enabling advanced technology, improved patient comfort, and dedicated behavioral health spaces that significantly elevate the care experience.
You can support this important project through a philanthropic contribution using the buttons above.
If you are interested in exploring naming opportunities related to the Emergency Department renovation, please contact Eric Miller at eric.miller@holycrosshealth.org.