From left, Anthony Scibelli, BHS Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Fairview Hospital; Darlene Rodowicz, President & CEO, Berkshire Health Systems; Barbara Alibozek; Eugene Dellea, BHS Vice President of Government Relations; and Barton Raser, Chair, BHS Board of Trustees
Fairview Hospital Receives $1M Donation for Laboratory Renovation
GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass — Berkshire Health Systems (BHS) has announced it has received a donation of $1 million to support the relocation and renovation of the Fairview Hospital Clinical Laboratory in order to better serve inpatient, outpatient and Emergency Department needs.
The new Laboratory will be named in honor of Eugene A. Dellea, former President of Fairview Hospital, who has dedicated his career to serving the Berkshire community. Dellea is currently Vice President of Government Relations for Berkshire Health Systems.
"We are extremely grateful to our anonymous donors for this incredibly generous gift in Gene Dellea’s honor," said Darlene Rodowicz, Berkshire Health Systems President & CEO. "This donation will directly improve the services our patients receive, matching Gene’s selfless commitment to helping all in our community to achieve better health and well-being."
This significant donation will support the new laboratory with an upgraded electrical infrastructure and air filtration systems that will best support new diagnostic technology and equipment. The hospital processes nearly 140,000 tests each year. A more central location on the main floor of the hospital will be more convenient for patients and allow the staff to process testing more quickly and efficiently.
"Life saving decisions depend upon accurate lab testing and fast results," said Tony Scibelli, system vice president and chief operating officer of Fairview Hospital. "This incredible gift will improve the quality of care for the more than 27,000 people who rely on the Fairview Hospital laboratory each year."
Dellea joined the former Hillcrest Hospital in September 1955, where he quickly became the Chief Medical Technologist. During his early years at Hillcrest, Dellea was instrumental in building a new state-of-the-art laboratory. In addition to his work at Hillcrest, he was known for his commitment to preventative healthcare, organizing many community health screenings for diabetes and providing other lab services.
"This donation provides us with the opportunity to recognize Gene’s long and distinguished career in healthcare, by dedicating the new Fairview laboratory in his name," said Rodowicz.
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MassDOT: South County Bridge Painting
WEST STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing bridge painting operations on I-90 eastbound and westbound.
The work will take place from Tuesday, Feb. 18, through Friday, Feb. 21, during the following scheduled hours:
Becket
Bridge painting will occur on I-90 eastbound and westbound at mile marker 18.4, utilizing lane closures, from Tuesday, February 18, through Friday, February 21, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day.
West Stockbridge
Bridge painting will be conducted on I-90 westbound at mile marker 1.3, utilizing lane closures, from Tuesday, February 18, through Friday, February 21, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day.
Drivers traveling through these areas should expect delays, reduce speed, and use caution.
Appropriate signage and messaging will be in place to guide drivers through the work areas.
All scheduled work is weather dependent and subject to change without notice.
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