San Juan Regional Medical Center has announced the winning mural designs selected by the community to transform four Emergency Department exam rooms into welcoming, child-friendly spaces.
“We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who participated in the community voting campaign,” the hospital said. “Every vote cast and every dollar donated helped bring this vision one step closer to reality while supporting pediatric emergency care for children in our region.”
The four designs that received the most votes were, “Whisper Woods,” “Stories Take Flight,” “Up, Up & Away” and “Bubble Town.” These murals will soon be featured on the walls of the pediatric exam rooms to create a comforting and engaging environment for children and families during emergency visits.
Local artist and CEO of Inspire heART, Christy Clugston, is currently painting the first of the four murals, according to the hospital, marking the start of a transformation that reflects the community’s commitment to supporting young patients.
While the murals are an important milestone, they represent just one part of a larger vision. The San Juan Medical Foundation continues to raise funds for the Pediatric Emergency Department Project, an initiative designed to enhance pediatric-focused emergency care and better meet the unique needs of children in our community.
In addition to funding the hand-painted mural rooms, donations will help provide specialized equipment and comfort items that support both exceptional clinical care and a positive patient experience, including:
“Community support plays a vital role in bringing this vision to life. Every contribution helps create an Emergency Department where children receive expert medical care in a space designed to reduce fear, provide comfort and promote healing,” said Pediatric Unit manager, Melanie Stout.