Construction firm Robins & Morton has begun work on the new Memorial Regional Hospital Surgical and Patient Bed Tower in Hollywood, Florida. The total project cost is $670 million.
Designed to meet growing demand and improve patient care, the new tower will feature state-of-the-art surgical facilities, advanced imaging technology, and 150 acuity-adaptable beds, supporting the region’s evolving healthcare needs while elevating the patient and family experience.
“We are building for the future of healthcare in our community,” said Shane Strum, Interim CEO of Memorial Healthcare System. “This new tower allows us to deliver cutting-edge surgical services while enhancing the patient and family experience in a modern, efficient, and healing environment. We thank our Board of Commissioners for their continued support and vision in helping us bring this project to life.”
The project includes more than 400,000 square feet of new construction and nearly 50,000 square feet of renovations and will unfold in two phases. The first phase, the construction of a new surgical tower, is expected to be completed in 2029. The second connector phase is slated for completion in 2031.
Highlights of the Expansion Include:
- 21 new operating rooms, including a hybrid OR for advanced imaging, with space shelled for future growth
- 150 acuity-adaptable patient beds, supporting efficient, flexible care
- Expanded prep and recovery bays, increasing from 37 to 58
- A new sterile processing department, central to surgical support
- A new main lobby and enhanced traffic flow, improving arrival and accessibility
- A new CT suite and satellite pharmacy, positioned to better serve ICUs
Memorial Regional Hospital will remain fully operational throughout the construction process.
Robins & Morton is the general contractor. HKS is the architect.