Endoscopy unit offers modern services in north Cumbria

As part of a managed equipment service (MES) contract and in collaboration with North Cumbria Integrated Care Trust, Ergéa has supported the development of an endoscopy unit at Cumberland Infirmary in Carlisle.

This £15 million facility is expected to bring substantial healthcare benefits to the people of Cumbria, streamlining access to diagnostic services and reducing waiting times.

Ergéa is helping the trust address capacity challenges and upgrade its procedure rooms. Designed to stay within budget, the solution will also enable completion a year faster than traditional construction methods, the company says.

Consultant surgeon Mr Daya Karat said: “It’s really good news to see this project underway, as it will have such great benefits for our local communities across north Cumbria and for our staff.

“The new facility will have more clinic rooms that all meet modern standards that we are not able to meet in the current environment. Expanding our endoscopy service will help us to make faster diagnoses and meet the rising demand for the service. It also brings the unit in line with what we already have at the West Cumberland Hospital following the redevelopment in 2015.”

The facility’s design includes provisions for flexible expansion as demand grows, enabling the hospital to maintain and scale its services as the population’s healthcare needs evolve. Ergéa is working closely with Actiform to develop the unit using modern, sustainable construction methods. This ensures the facility is environmentally friendly and cost-effective.

Ergéa commercial director Craig Farrow added: “We’re proud to be part of this project, which marks a significant milestone in our partnership with the trust. Together, we’ve developed an efficient and cost-effective solution tailored to meet and exceed the requirements of the new endoscopy department that will expand the trust’s capacity, enhance the quality of procedure rooms, elevate the patient experience for diagnosis and treatment, and play a key role in reducing waiting list backlogs.”

Read this report on page 4 of the February 2025 issue of RAD Magazine.