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Construction partners Kier handed over the keys to the NHS, meaning it’s full steam ahead to furnish and equip the facility, ahead of it opening to patients later this summer.
And here’s more of a look inside as the handover is completed.
To read about what it means for patients and the city, see here https://www.sunderlandecho.com/news/people/inside-sunderlands-game-changing-eye-hospital-as-building-work-is-completed-8648365
9. Same care in improved facilities
Councillor Chris Eynon, leader of Sunderland City Council, said the opening marked an important chapter in the transformation of Sunderland city centre. "Our residents deserve the best, and this - as we have seen today - is a world-class facility, that will deliver exceptional care to patients,” said the new leader. “As people from outside of Sunderland come to access this hospital, they will see our transforming city centre and know that this is a place of ambition and a fantastic place to live, work and play." | Sunderland Echo
10. One of two main entrances to the building
Facilities include: 24/7 Eye Emergency Department, Cataract Treatment Centre, Retina and Macular Unit, Surgical Theatres & Wards and Outpatient & Support Areas. | Sunderland Echo
11. Honouring the past
The ward is called Queen Alexandra Ward in honour of the former site | Sunderland Echo
12. Jigsaw piece of regeneration
The hospital joins existing buildings to open on Riverside, including The Beam, Maker & Faber, City Hall and the Riverside multistorey. | Sunderland Echo