Maimonides Health opened its newly expanded children’s emergency department on Oct. 21, the largest freestanding pediatric emergency facility and the only dedicated pediatric trauma center in Brooklyn.
The redesigned department features 32 treatment areas, separate ambulance and walk-in entrances, plus advanced on-site imaging capabilities, including X-ray, ultrasound and CT scanning, for faster more accurate diagnosis of emergency conditions.
“This new facility demonstrates our deep commitment to the families of Brooklyn,” said Ken Gibbs, president and chief executive officer of Maimonides Health. "Brooklyn families should never have to leave their home borough to access the care they need.”
Designed to be both medically advanced and emotionally supportive, the new space offers a warm, child-friendly environment for young patients and their families.
The new department is staffed around the clock by board-certified pediatric emergency physicians, fellows, and nurses, alongside specialists in more than 30 pediatric subspecialties, from oncology and cardiology to surgery and intensive care.
It also serves as the borough’s only New York State–certified Pediatric Trauma Center, equipped to treat life-threatening injuries such as major falls and vehicle accidents.
Maimonides leaders were joined by city and state officials to celebrate the opening, including Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Stephen Chan, Assembly Members Alec Brook-Krasny and Lester Chang, Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, plus representatives from Governor Kathy Hochul’s office.
The expansion arrives at a critical time for pediatric care nationwide. While children account for more than 30 million emergency department visits each year, about 80% of U.S. emergency departments are not fully equipped to manage children’s emergencies, according to hospical officials.
