Scripps Mercy Hospital Breaks Ground on Conrad Prebys Emergency and Trauma Center

San Diego – Local developer and philanthropist Conrad Prebys was honored at a groundbreaking ceremony on Feb. 1, 2010, for the Conrad Prebys Emergency and Trauma Center at Scripps Mercy Hospital. In 2006, Prebys made a $10 million gift — the single, largest philanthropic donation in the nonprofit hospital’s 120-year history — to help fund the expansion of emergency and trauma services.

“I’ve never been prouder than I am at this moment to be part of the Scripps Mercy family,” said Prebys at the groundbreaking event.

Through his donation, and continued philanthropic support from the community, the new emergency department and trauma center will double the square footage of the existing facility, with 43 beds and three trauma bays.

Scripps Mercy Hospital is the longest established hospital in San Diego, and operates one of the busiest emergency departments in San Diego County, with more than 51,000 emergency room visits each year. In addition, Scripps Mercy’s designated Level I trauma center treats more than 2,500 patients annually — the most in the county.

Construction of the Conrad Prebys Emergency and Trauma Center is expected to be complete by early 2013. It is part of an estimated $200 million hospital modernization and expansion project, which includes a $50 million campaign for community support.

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