Hospitals Are Losing Millions During Renovations, Here’s How Smart Ones Are Staying Open
When hospitals undergo renovations or expansions, the cost of downtime can be staggering, both financially and operationally. Elective procedures are postponed, emergency departments overflow, and patients are redirected elsewhere.
But what if your hospital could continue operating without sacrificing revenue, reputation, or care quality?
FORTS® Mobile Advanced Specialty Hospitals (M.A.S.H.)
The turnkey solution for hospital renovation downtime.
The Hidden Costs of Hospital Renovation Downtime
Facility upgrades and construction projects are essential, but they often come at a high price.
Even short-term closures can lead to:
Lost revenue from canceled appointments and procedures
Patient dissatisfaction and attrition
Staff scheduling disruptions
Increased pressure on nearby hospitals
Delays in emergency or urgent care services
Whether the renovation lasts weeks or months, the financial hit is real, and preventable.
A Turnkey Solution
FORTS M.A.S.H. Temporary Medical Facilities
FORTS M.A.S.H. units are hard-walled, climate-controlled, and rapidly deployable medical shelters that can be installed on-site or nearby within hours.
They serve as fully functional temporary healthcare environments, enabling uninterrupted care during facility upgrades. Hospitals choose FORTS M.A.S.H. because…
Rapid Deployment
Each unit unfolds and becomes operational in under 60 minutes. No cranes. No delays. Minimal crew.Hospital-Grade Infrastructure
Includes HVAC, negative pressure capabilities, integrated power, medical oxygen systems, and ADA-compliant access.Modular & Scalable
From single triage units to full mobile surgical suites or inpatient wards—scale as needed.Patient-Ready Interiors
Outfitted with beds, exam tables, lighting, and storage. Optional add-ons include mobile labs, maternity care, and isolation rooms.Revenue Protection
Keep admitting patients, performing surgeries, and billing services—even while your brick-and-mortar facility is under construction.
Keeping Care Going During Renovations
Hospitals across the country are turning to mobile healthcare units like FORTS M.A.S.H. to maintain clinical operations during renovations. Whether retrofitting an emergency wing or upgrading ICU systems, these mobile field hospitals fill the care gap without compromise. During the COVID-19 pandemic, FORTS M.A.S.H. shelters supported vaccination sites, overflow units, and monoclonal antibody treatment centers across Florida. When Hurricane Ian hit, they were deployed to impacted hospitals to restore patient care within 24 hours of landfall.
Built for Healthcare.
FORTS M.A.S.H. aren’t repurposed event tents or unstable modular shelters, they are engineered from the ground up for healthcare deployment. Every unit meets stringent clinical, structural, and infection control standards, offering the reliability healthcare professionals demand.
Stay Open. Stay Operational. Stay Ahead.
Don’t let construction slow down your hospital’s momentum. With FORTS M.A.S.H., you can eliminate costly downtime, protect revenue, and deliver seamless patient care throughout any renovation or upgrade
