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NEWPORT, R.I. — E4H Environments for Health Architecture has started a $12.5 million renovation on the emergency department of Newport Hospital in Newport. The five-phase renovation and expansion is slated for completion in September 2019. Once completed, the new 21,000-square-foot emergency department will provide 35 total treatment areas including a rapid treatment area with six exam rooms. Other features of the renovated emergency department will include an open reception desk and waiting area, expanded staff lounge and conference room and energy-efficient LED lighting with dimming controls for occupants.