News Summary
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest Fort Worth is set to undergo a significant $223 million renovation and expansion project. This initiative includes a new five-story patient tower to accommodate the growing population and modernize surgical facilities. With projections of 90,000 additional residents by 2045, the expansion aims to improve healthcare access and services. The project also includes relocating the Virginia Clay Dorman Breast Care Center and enhancing existing facilities. This expansion underscores a commitment to providing quality healthcare in the community.
Texas – Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest Fort Worth has announced plans for a significant expansion project valued at $223 million. This initiative will involve the construction of a new five-story patient tower at the Virginia Clay Dorman Breast Care Center, located at 6100 Harris Pkwy in southwest Fort Worth. The expansion aims to address the increasing healthcare demands stemming from rapid population growth in the area.
The new patient tower will introduce 64 additional beds across two of its five floors, with an expected opening date set for 2028. The remaining three floors of the tower will serve as shells, allowing for potential future bed expansions as community health needs evolve. This decision is influenced by forecasts from the North Central Texas Council of Governments, which projects an increase of approximately 90,000 residents in southwest Fort Worth by the year 2045.
The area’s growth has been fueled in part by the opening of the Chisholm Trail Parkway in 2014, which has spurred both population increase and economic development. To continue meeting healthcare demands, the renovation and expansion will also focus on modernizing six of the hospital’s original operating rooms. These upgrades will specifically enhance the hospital’s capability to perform advanced surgical procedures, including the use of robotic surgeries.
Facility Relocation and Improvements
As part of this expansion, the Virginia Clay Dorman Breast Care Center will be relocated to the Pease Tower, featuring a new entrance through the lobby of the planned facility. Texas Health Southwest is committed to enhancing its services to align with community needs, as evidenced by previous successful renovations, such as a cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology project that added additional capacity for cardiovascular services.
Recent Upgrades and System-Wide Growth
In addition to the expansions, Texas Health Southwest has undertaken various upgrades in recent years, including a refurbished cafeteria and a renovated neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) that has doubled its capacity to care for newborns in critical need. These enhancements reflect the organization’s proactive approach to healthcare delivery in the region.
The expansion at Texas Health Southwest is a component of a broader initiative aimed at system-wide growth. Other projects in progress at Texas Health facilities include developments in Plano, Frisco, and a new facility in Forney. These efforts are designed to ensure that quality healthcare remains accessible to residents within their communities.
Acknowledgements and Recognition
Texas Health Southwest has consistently been recognized for its quality of care, placing among the top ten best hospitals in the Dallas-Fort Worth area according to U.S. News & World Report. The hospital has received ratings as “high performing” in several medical care specializations, further underscoring its commitment to excellence in healthcare.
In summary, the forthcoming $223 million expansion at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest Fort Worth aims to enhance the hospital’s capacity and services as the local population grows. With modernized facilities and a commitment to quality healthcare, the hospital is positioning itself to meet the healthcare needs of southwest Fort Worth residents now and in the future.
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