Capital Health Satellite Emergency Department in Trenton Shuts Due to Structural Safety Issues

Capital Health has shut down its satellite emergency department and outpatient clinic at the former St. Francis campus in East Trenton due to significant structural issues in an adjoining building that threaten the safety and integrity of the facility. The emergency department stopped accepting patients at 7 a.m. Thursday, and the outpatient clinic closed Wednesday afternoon, with patients diverted to other nearby Capital Health facilities, including the Regional Medical Center in Trenton and the Medical Center in Hopewell. The building is leased from Trinity Health, and the health system is working to find a solution to ensure continued access to care for residents in the area. Capital Health's president and CEO expressed frustration with the situation and emphasized collaboration with the city and community to move forward. Patients requiring emergency services are advised to visit other hospitals or call 911 for assistance. The timeline for reopening the facility remains unclear as this is a developing situation.