Johnson County Medical Examiner Facility

completed

The new 32,000-square-foot, single-story medical examiner facility was designed to increase autopsy rates to meet appropriate national benchmarks, create a state-of-the-art high-functioning facility that can be known for excellence and leadership, facilitate National Association of Medical Examiners (N.A.M.E.) accreditation by meeting scientific requirements, and provide reliable data for public health to identify trends and emerging diseases. The facility has a staff of eight, including toxicologists, a medical death investigator, autopsy technicians and administrative staff. Features of the building include a light-filled glass public entrance that leads to secure areas for staff and lab work, two conference rooms, an observation area and a multipurpose room. To ensure safety and privacy, the receiving area is located behind a secure fence and through a sally port, a fully-enclosed and secure space within the building.