Modular Operating Theatres
With operating theatres being one of the most specialised facilities in healthcare environments, it’s crucial to get it right with careful planning and full compliance.
P McVey Building Systems offers a turnkey solution, designing and delivering permanent modular operating theatres that provide high-quality surgical environments while helping healthcare providers expand capacity without outgrowing current facilities.
A modular build is ideal for those both increasing theatre availability or creating more specialist surgical facilities, and our modular operating theatres are designed around the specific needs of clinical teams.
Through off-site construction, we can also reduce disruption to busy hospital environments while delivering purpose-built facilities.
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Designed Around Clinical Performance
Every operating theatre has unique requirements depending on the procedures being carried out and the clinical teams using the space.
Our modular operating theatres can be configured to support general surgery, orthopaedic procedures, ophthalmic surgery, maternity services and day-case surgical environments.
Working closely with healthcare providers throughout the design process allows us to create practical layouts that support efficient patient journeys and staff workflows while delivering a high standard of clinical care.
Supporting Capacity Without Compromising Care
Healthcare providers continue to face increasing pressure on surgical capacity, and traditional expansions can take a long time to be approved and an even longer time being constructed, in which day-to-day operations are disrupted.
Expanding operating theatre provision through modular construction provides an opportunity to increase capacity without the extended timelines associated with traditional building.
Because much of the construction process takes place off-site, there’s no disruption to ongoing work, and from there delivery and installation can be completed over the course of days, not weeks.
By creating additional surgical space, healthcare providers can help reduce waiting times, enhance operational flexibility and improve access to treatment for patients.
Purpose-Built Surgical Facilities
No two healthcare estates are identical, which is why every operating theatre project gets started with an in depth conversation with your team.
Our team works collaboratively with healthcare providers to create facilities that reflect the intended surgical use, site constraints and operational objectives of the wider estate.
Layouts can be tailored to accommodate specialist equipment, support spaces and future expansion requirements, ensuring the completed facility delivers long-term value.
Alongside theatre environments, we can design wider healthcare solutions like wards, recovery areas, diagnostic facilities and supporting clinical spaces.
Compliant Operating Theatre Design
Operating theatre environments must meet strict standards relating to performance, safety and patient care.
All modular operating theatres are designed in accordance with relevant healthcare guidance and building regulations, including Health Building Notes (HBNs), Health Technical Memoranda (HTMs), infection prevention requirements, fire safety standards and accessibility guidance.
We work closely with healthcare stakeholders throughout design development to ensure every facility supports regulatory compliance while meeting operational needs.
By combining healthcare expertise with modern construction methods, we create operating theatres that support both today’s clinical requirements and future healthcare demands.
Why Choose Modular Operating Theatres?
Permanent modular construction offers a practical way to increase surgical capacity while delivering the quality and durability expected in modern healthcare environments.
Key benefits include:
- Reduced programme times through off-site construction
- Minimal disruption to live hospital operations
- Flexible designs tailored to clinical requirements
- High-quality permanent healthcare environments
- Compliance with relevant healthcare standards and guidance
- Future-ready facilities that can support changing service demands
At P McVey Building Systems, we work in partnership with healthcare providers throughout the UK and Ireland , providing temporary and permanent healthcare facilities that prioritise long-term value.
Modular Operating Theatre FAQs
What types of operating theatres can be delivered?
Our modular operating theatres can be configured for a range of surgical specialities, including general surgery, orthopaedics, ophthalmics, maternity services and day-case procedures.
Can operating theatres connect to existing hospital buildings?
Yes. Operating theatres can be designed as standalone facilities or integrated with existing healthcare buildings to support a seamless patient and staff experience.
Are modular operating theatres compliant with healthcare standards?
Yes. Operating theatres are designed in line with relevant healthcare guidance, including applicable HBNs, HTMs, fire safety requirements, accessibility standards and infection prevention principles.
Can theatre layouts be customised?
Yes. Every project is developed around the operational requirements of the healthcare provider, allowing layouts to be tailored to clinical workflows, supporting spaces and specialist equipment requirements.
How does modular construction reduce disruption?
A large proportion of the building is manufactured off-site before installation. This helps reduce activity on live healthcare sites and can shorten overall project programmes compared with traditional construction methods.
