News Summary
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest Fort Worth is embarking on a $223 million renovation and expansion project. This includes a new five-story patient tower with 64 additional beds, aimed at better serving the growing community’s healthcare needs. Modernization of surgical facilities will also enhance patient care. Set to open in 2028, this expansion reflects a commitment to accessible healthcare, addressing the projected population increase in Fort Worth and surrounding areas.
Texas – Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest Fort Worth has announced a significant $223 million renovation and expansion plan to meet the growing healthcare needs of the surrounding communities. Central to this project is the construction of a new five-story patient tower, which is intended to enhance patient capacity and services.
The new patient tower will be established at the current location of the Virginia Clay Dorman Breast Care Center. As part of this move, the Breast Care Center will relocate to the Pease Tower, allowing for the expansion of the hospital’s facilities. The new tower will introduce 64 additional beds to the existing capacity, with two of the five floors dedicated to patient care. The remaining floors will serve as shell space for future vertical expansion and additional bed capacity as demand grows.
The anticipated opening date for the tower is set for 2028, aligning with the hospital’s strategy to prepare for an influx of residents. Projections indicate that the population in southwest Fort Worth will increase by 90,000 residents by 2045, as reported by the North Central Texas Council of Governments. This growth is partially attributed to infrastructure improvements in the area, including the opening of the Chisholm Trail Parkway in 2014, which has catalyzed regional development.
The expansion project is not limited to the new patient tower. It also encompasses the modernization of six of the hospital’s original operating rooms, enhancing surgical services and overall patient care capacity. Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest Fort Worth has prioritized meeting local healthcare demands through these renovations and facility upgrades.
Texas Health Southwest has a long-standing history in the area, having first opened its doors in 1987. The hospital is part of Texas Health Resources, which formed in 1997 following the merger of Harris Methodist and Presbyterian Health Resources. In addition to the latest expansion, Texas Health has undertaken other significant projects, including a new hospital in Forney, a $343 million patient tower in Plano, and expansions at Texas Health Frisco. In 2024, the facility completed renovations to enhance electrophysiology and cardiac catheterization services and increased the capacity of its neonatal intensive care unit.
In response to evolving patient needs, Texas Health Southwest has also updated its cafeteria facilities to better serve patients and visitors. High performance ratings from U.S. News & World Report further underscore the hospital’s commitment to quality care, with notable ratings in procedures such as back surgery, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), diabetes management, and heart attack treatment.
The hospital’s leadership emphasizes a commitment to providing accessible and quality healthcare to residents in North Texas through strategic enhancements and the introduction of new services. This expansion not only aims to accommodate immediate community needs but also to ensure that the facility remains equipped for future growth and advancements in healthcare delivery.
Deeper Dive: News & Info About This Topic
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- MSN: Texas Health Resources to Build 5-Story Hospital Tower
- Wikipedia: Texas Health Resources
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