UPDATE: 11:45 AM, March 19. According to the Cleveland Clinic, the South Building at Beachwood Family Health and Surgery Center has reopened. The North Building remains closed.
Cleveland Clinic announced plans to reopen the Beachwood Family Health and Surgery Center at 26900 Cedar Road on Thursday.
The clinic closed the Beachwood location for the day on Wednesday after an unusual odor was detected in the building.
On Wednesday evening, the clinic sent an update saying they plan to resume most outpatient appointments on Thursday as scheduled.
All medical procedures set for Thursday have been relocated or rescheduled, the clinic said in a statement, adding that all patients who were affected have been notified directly.
"We appreciate the patience and understanding of our patients and caregivers as we worked through this situation." said the Cleveland Clinic Beachwood Campus in the statement. "Safety remains our top priority, and we will continue to share updates as appropriate."
Cleveland Clinic said it notified the Beachwood Fire Department about the smell, and the cause of it is under investigation.
"Out of an abundance of caution, a decision was made to evacuate the entire Beachwood campus. As a result, patient appointments and procedures at this location are being postponed or relocated as appropriate. Patients will be contacted directly with additional information," the Cleveland Clinic said in a statement early Wednesday. "The safety of our patients, visitors, and caregivers is our top priority."
