Healthcare Construction

Built Around Patients. Driven by Precision.

Every healthcare project impacts more than just a building; it affects patients, providers, and the quality of care itself. At The McDonnel Group, we understand that your facilities must operate around the clock, even during construction. That’s why our Healthcare Construction Team is trained to plan carefully, coordinate seamlessly, and execute with precision, all while keeping patient safety and comfort at the forefront.

A Trusted Guide in Healthcare Construction

With over $250 million in completed healthcare projects across the Gulf Coast, McDonnel Group has earned a reputation for excellence in medical environments. Our experienced professionals know how to deliver high-quality facilities without disrupting ongoing operations.

We coordinate with infection control, facility directors, and hospital staff from day one, building trust through communication, transparency, and respect for your mission of care.

What You Can Expect with McDonnel:

Proven performance meeting aesthetic, schedule, budget, and execution goals

Patient-centric construction: minimal noise, equipment stored out of sight, fully credentialed teams

Comprehensive infection control and commissioning plans

Medical equipment coordination and integration

Proactive collaboration to minimize operational disruption

Transparent communication and predictable outcomes

Expertise in Healthcare Environments

McDonnel’s dedicated healthcare team combines technical skill with a deep understanding of how design, development, and construction affect the patient experience. Our diverse portfolio of medical projects provides us with a robust healthcare knowledge database to draw from, helping you anticipate challenges and optimize your facility’s performance.

Our experience includes:

  • Medical Office Buildings
  • Emergency Rooms
  • Patient Rooms & Treatment Suites
  • Medical Clinics
  • Hospital Expansions & Renovations
  • Laboratories
  • Training & Simulation Rooms

We also perform healthcare LEED and sustainability reviews, helping clients achieve long-term efficiency and environmental goals.

Construction That Respects the Healing Environment

Our Plan • Build • Deliver process is designed to simplify complex hospital construction and protect patient health. Through meticulous planning, clear communication, and controlled phasing, we help you maintain operations, safety, and compliance at every step.

Our Approach with Healthcare projects:
  • Infection Control Plans tailored to each project
  • Commissioning and Enhanced Commissioning Processes
  • Off-hour and phased construction to reduce disruption
  • Controlled risk management and financial stability
  • On-time, on-budget performance with verified results

Result: A safer, smoother construction experience that allows you to stay focused on patient outcomes while we handle the build.

Trusted by Healthcare Leaders Across the Gulf Coast

Hospitals, clinics, and healthcare systems trust McDonnel Group to deliver precision-built facilities that advance the standard of care.

Featured Healthcare Projects

Each project tells a story of coordination, control, and compassion—designed around people as much as performance.

LCMC Medical Clinics – Master Plan

The McDonnel Group has partnered with LCMC Health on numerous medical clinics construction projects in the Greater New Orleans area. This project is part of LCMC’s campus master plan improvements, including building out several clinics across multiple floors in their hospital and associated medical office buildings. The McDonnel team completed the buildout of seven medical clinics as well as common areas 33 days early to meet the owner’s request.

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Touro BIAC / NRC Relocation

The Touro BIAC/NRC Relocation included renovation of an existing ground-floor office space and conversion into an 8,045 GSF facility offering outpatient rehabilitation services for Touro Hospital in New Orleans. Project program includes a collection of open gym space, private therapy rooms, and support spaces.

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LCMC Ridgelake Healthplex Medical Office Building

The LCMC Healthplex is a 4-story, 45,600 SF Medical Office Building. It is located at the corner of Ridgelake and Galleria Streets in Metairie, adjacent to the existing Crescent City Medical Center. Tenants for the upper floors of this MOB will include general physician practices, an infusion clinic, and pediatric specialty clinics. The first floor of the MOB will house an imaging and diagnostic center. The

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Ochsner Medical Office Building

This new 57,000 Medical Office Building will be located in an area of New Orleans that has an urgent need for medical services. It will be the home to doctors’ offices including obstetrics, pediatrics and internal medicine; drive-thru pharmacy; urgent care clinic; full service imaging center; and retail space. In addition, 114 parking spaces will also be included. The structure is a timber pile supported,

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Your Guide to Confident Healthcare Construction

When every decision impacts patient care, you need more than a contractor; you need a guide. McDonnel Group brings structure, sensitivity, and confidence to every healthcare project, helping you move forward without missing a beat.