Ministry of Public Works advances in the rehabilitation of the Vargas Hospital in Caracas

Published at: 29/09/2026 11:39 AM

The rehabilitation and comprehensive modernization of the emblematic José María Vargas Hospital in Caracas, a facility that optimized the spaces of its 32 medical specialties, are continuing at a steady pace.

The work has been carried out in an articulated and progressive manner under the coordination of the Sectorial Vice Presidency of Public Works and Services to guarantee, together with the Ministry of People's Power for Health, functional facilities for patients, medical and administrative staff, as well as medical students.

As a matter of priority, the essential services of water and general lighting were optimized, while air conditioning works were carried out that left the surgical rooms of the hospital in optimal operation.

In terms of physical infrastructure, there has been significant progress in the waterproofing of the roof slab, reaching 13,800 square meters covered out of a total of 15,000 planned.

At the same time, the technical staff optimized the drainage systems for rainwater channeling through the comprehensive replacement of pipes in the north and south wings of the hospital complex.

In coordination with the Ministry of People's Power for Water Care, major maneuvers were carried out in pumping systems, pipe replacement and the reactivation of wells one, two and three that guarantee continuous service.

For its part, the Ministry of People's Power of Transportation reactivated the operation of 3 large elevators, PDVSA crews carried out corrective and preventive maintenance of the gas pipeline network, and the Caracas Mayor's Office developed intensive pruning and weeding sessions in the perimeter green areas.

Finally, the enclosure shows a renewed image thanks to landscaping work on the main entrance, the north and south wings and the side gardens, complemented by the installation of luminaires that ensure total illumination of the outer perimeter.

Mazo News Team