Valleywise Health Opens State-of-the-Art Medical Center in Arizona
Valleywise Health Opens State-of-the-Art Medical Center in Phoenix
Valleywise Health has unveiled its brand-new, state-of-the-art medical center in Phoenix, marking a significant milestone in the region’s healthcare landscape. The 673,000-square-foot, 10-story facility is designed to provide top-notch patient care and comfort, replacing the legacy hospital that has served the community for over 50 years.
The opening of the new medical center was a carefully planned and executed process, with more than 200 patients seamlessly transitioning into their new rooms. Patients can now enjoy private bathrooms and sleeper sofas/recliners, ensuring their comfort during their stay.
“The new Valleywise Health Medical Center has been decades in the making,” said Valleywise President and CEO Steve Purves. “We’re thrilled to open it to the community today and grateful for all the support we’ve received since our funding measure was passed in 2014.”
One of the highlights of the new facility is the Diane & Bruce Halle Arizona Burn Center, occupying an entire floor with state-of-the-art amenities including trauma bays, a pediatric wing, a large physical occupational therapy room, a hyperbaric chamber, and ample space for research and teaching.
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego praised the new facility, stating, “It’s hard to overstate the value of having a world-class public teaching hospital right here in this neighborhood. Valleywise Health has been a fixture in our community for over 100 years, and I think it’s safe to say the $935 million commitment to bring this new facility to fruition couldn’t have been put to better use.”
The new medical center also boasts a 34,550-square-foot emergency department with three trauma bays, 88 private rooms, dedicated pediatric space, and indoor and rooftop decontamination showers. By 2026, the facility is expected to handle nearly 86,000 emergency visits annually.
Purves emphasized the patient-centric design of the new hospital, stating, “The new hospital was designed to put patients first. It incorporates both the latest technology and design improvements that will ensure comfort for both patients and their families. Beyond that, it makes unprecedented resources available to the hundreds of residents that Valleywise Health doctors train every year.”
Valleywise Health is Arizona’s only public teaching hospital and Level 1 trauma center, equipped to treat both adults and children. The architectural firm Cuningham Group and general contractor Kitchell have created a facility that not only enhances patient care but also supports a wide range of medical specialties, with 10 operating rooms, two interventional radiology areas, two cardiac catheterization labs, and two helipads.
The opening of the new Valleywise Health Medical Center represents a significant step forward in providing high-quality healthcare services to the community, setting a new standard for patient care in the region.