The newly constructed patient tower is a remarkable feat of healthcare innovation, seamlessly blending function with aesthetic appeal. As the new primary entrance to the hospital, it elevates the patient experience to new heights by replacing shared patient rooms with private accommodations.

Upon entry, patients and guests are greeted by the warm ambiance of wood-paneled walls and ceilings, setting the tone for a comfortable and welcoming stay. The tower’s first floor boasts a state-of-the-art surgical suite, while two patient floors offer 60 beds catering to a diverse range of medical needs, including women’s health, medical-surgical nursing, critical care, and intermediate care patients.

The use of masonry products as the predominant aesthetic for the exterior walls is a nod to the history of Alpena and its rich heritage in concrete and masonry. The city is home to the Besser Company, a world leader in the manufacture of block-making equipment.

Alpena is also home to the world’s largest limestone quarry, which supports the world’s largest cement plant, Holcim Alpena. As a result, Alpena has been a center of masonry products for over a century, and the design of the exterior of the Patient Tower reflects this history.

The newly constructed patient tower is a remarkable feat of healthcare innovation, seamlessly blending function with aesthetic appeal. As the new primary entrance to the hospital, it elevates the patient experience to new heights by replacing shared patient rooms with private accommodations.

Upon entry, patients and guests are greeted by the warm ambiance of wood-paneled walls and ceilings, setting the tone for a comfortable and welcoming stay. The tower’s first floor boasts a state-of-the-art surgical suite, while two patient floors offer 60 beds catering to a diverse range of medical needs, including women’s health, medical-surgical nursing, critical care, and intermediate care patients.