THE Mandaue City Government is set to begin construction of a modern, four-story advanced Mandaue City Hospital (MCH) next year.
The P1 billion project will be implemented in phases, with partial operations expected to start as soon as the first floor is completed. This major infrastructure undertaking is designed to elevate the quality of public healthcare in the city, boasting a 257-bed capacity.
Mayor Thadeo “Jonkie” Ouano said in an interview on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, that the hospital’s phased construction approach aims to speed up the delivery of essential services without waiting for the entire building to be finished.
“As long as the first two or three floors are already functioning, we can already serve our constituents. We want to avoid delays in healthcare access,” Ouano said.
Location
The new hospital will rise on the same site as the existing MCH in Don Andres Soriano Ave., which will remain open throughout the construction period to ensure uninterrupted services to patients. Construction will begin at the rear portion of the compound and move forward in stages.
Under the phased implementation plan, the first floor will be prioritized and activated once completed and equipped. It will house core hospital services, including the Emergency Room, Operating Room, Pharmacy, Billing Section, Supply Room and Social Services.
The second floor will accommodate specialized units such as the Dialysis Center, Intensive Care Unit and specialty clinics, alongside additional wards. The third and fourth floors will be fully dedicated to inpatient wards, with areas designed for various medical specialties to better respond to patient needs.
A P100 million pledge from Lone District Rep. Emmarie “Lolipop” Ouano-Dizon for the MCH will be released next year. This funding will allow for advanced design preparations, enabling construction to begin immediately once funds are available. The City is also actively seeking additional support from senators and National Government agencies to secure full funding for the project.
Consolidated services
Ouano emphasized that the advanced MCH will not only expand the City’s healthcare capacity but also improve medical service delivery through an efficient layout, modernized infrastructure and state-of-the-art equipment.
MCH administrator Ligaya Lakambini Dargantes highlighted that the new facility will consolidate services into one efficient structure, drastically improving patient and staff flow compared to the current fragmented layout.
“This will be a modern, ergonomic hospital built for both patients and staff. We’re not just expanding space — we’re improving how services are delivered. The layout, design and equipment will be aligned with what an advanced public hospital should offer,” Dargantes said.
She added that they will coordinate with the Department of Health to ensure the hospital’s transition during construction complies with national healthcare regulations, including its licensing and classification standards. / CAV