Deborah Heart and Lung Center has completed The Olsen Family Patient Care Pavilion, a three-story addition that expands the hospital's capacity and patient care capabilities. A dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Thursday, attended by hospital leadership, board members, donors, government officials, and community supporters. This event marks the completion of Phase I of Deborah100: The Project.
The pavilion is expected to open in June 2025. It includes 36 private inpatient suites, with half dedicated to critical care and the other half to medical/surgical purposes. This addition increases the hospital’s total licensed bed count to 95, enhancing its ability to provide specialized care for cardiac, pulmonary, and vascular conditions.
“We are thrilled to open the doors to The Olsen Family Patient Care Pavilion, which represents the culmination of years of hard work and philanthropic support,” said Jim Andrews, president and CEO of Deborah Heart and Lung Center and Deborah Hospital Foundation. “This new facility not only allows us to expand our services and advance patient care but it also reflects our ongoing commitment to innovation and excellence in healthcare.”
Greg Olsen, a philanthropist known for his journey to the International Space Station in 2005, spoke at the dedication ceremony. He provided the lead gift for this project through his role as a member of Deborah Hospital Foundation’s Board of Directors.
Olsen credited David Murphy, MD, retired chair of Pulmonary Medicine at Deborah Heart and Lung Center, along with clinical staff for helping him achieve medical clearance for his space flight despite having a chronic lung condition. “I am extraordinarily proud to be part of this incredible organization and to see this pavilion come to life,” Olsen stated. “Deborah is my hospital. The care I received allowed me to achieve one of my lifelong dreams, and now I’m thrilled to be part of a project that will help others in our community receive the same exceptional care.”
The pavilion's completion is integral to the Deborah100 initiative—a multi-phase campus expansion exceeding $100 million aimed at improving facilities and services. Phase II involves renovating two existing patient floors with more private inpatient suites along with upgrades in medical technology.
Deborah Heart and Lung Center in Browns Mills is renowned for its focus on heart, lung, and vascular diseases since its founding in 1922. It has treated over 2.3 million patients from across the U.S. and 87 countries.
