Banner Estrella Medical Center began a major construction project to expand and enhance its services in the west Phoenix area. Construction has begun to add 36 licensed beds, with the new spaces expected to open to the public by June 2026. The $37 million expansion project includes building out additional space in the operating room and expanding the women and infant service … [More]
Banner Health Names New CEO of Tucson Hospitals
Banner Health has named Alison Flynn Gaffney, FACHE, as chief executive officer of Banner – University Medical Center Tucson and Banner – University Medical Center South, effective Dec. 2. “We’re excited to have Alison at the helm of two hospitals that have been integral to the Tucson community for decades,” said Todd Werner, president of acute care delivery for Banner … [More]
Banner Thunderbird Starts Construction of Women and Infant Services Tower
The state-of-the-art tower will extend 165,000 square feet across 6 floors with an investment of $221 million.
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center has begun construction of a new state-of-the-art women and infant services tower. The tower will extend 165,000 square feet across six floors, housing essential facilities including obstetrics triage, labor and delivery and Cesarean-section rooms, a pre-operative clinic, an ambulatory procedure unit, postpartum and well baby nursery, … [More]
Creighton University Opens New Space on Phoenix Campus Dedicated to Student Success and Well-Being
Creighton University Health Sciences Campus – Phoenix announced the grand opening of the recently completed sixth floor. The sixth floor of the campus’ Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust Health Sciences Building is dedicated to the academic success and well-being of Creighton students. The floor was completed with simultaneous investments from The Norton Foundation and … [More]
Chronic Condition Management: Employer Strategies for Better Health
The rising prevalence of chronic disease is causing employers to rethink their workplace healthcare benefits. A condition is considered chronic when it lasts longer than a year and requires ongoing medical attention or limits daily living activities, such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes or hypertension. According to the CDC, six in 10 U.S. adults live with at least one … [More]
Bioscience Hub at Park Central Strengthens Phoenix’s International Medical Ties
Park Central and the Phoenix Medical Quarter recently launched a groundbreaking partnership with leading neurologists from Vietnam and Barrow Neurological Institute. This cross-training and educational collaboration, initiated through key discussions held by Plaza Companies principals and Barrow Neurological Institute with the McCain Institute, signifies a new era of … [More]
Still Standing: What It Takes to Thrive and Innovate in a Messy World
In a world of disruption and uncertainty, Still Standing: What It Takes to Thrive and Innovate in a Messy World by Cherry Rose Tan emerges as a beacon of resilience, offering the essential strategies for navigating the pressures of building and leading our organizations into the future. Drawing on her vast experience as a veteran entrepreneur, speaker and advisor, #REALTALK … [More]
WebMD Awards Banner Health Top Health System in Arizona
Banner Health is the most preferred health system in Arizona earning WebMD® Elite Choice Award for the second consecutive year. The honor is part of WebMD® Choice Awards program that recognizes best-in-class health systems based on patient, physician and provider preferences. Banner received twice the percentage points of the next ranking health system, and is the only … [More]
Behavioral Health Services Co. Expands Mental Health Care Access in Arizona with Mesa Clinic Opening
Family Care Center, a leader in behavioral health services, is proud to announce its expansion into Arizona by opening its first clinic in Mesa. This marks a significant step toward addressing the mental health care gap in Arizona, where access to services continues to be a critical issue, particularly for adults. With this new clinic, Family Care Center aims to provide … [More]
Home Health Agency in Arizona Launches Comprehensive Healthcare Approach
MD Home Health, a privately-held leading Arizona-based home health agency, announced the expansion of its healthcare services to include in-clinic care, virtual care, remote patient monitoring, house calls, and hospice, making it one of the first privately-held home health agencies in Arizona to offer a full and comprehensive omnichannel healthcare approach. This expansion … [More]
Scottsdale-Based Compliance and Audit Management Platform Acquired by Pharmacy Tech Co.
Bluesight, the leading provider of Medication Intelligence™ solutions for health systems and hospital pharmacies, announced the acquisition of Sectyr, a top-tier compliance and audit management platform. This acquisition expands Bluesight's portfolio to include robust 340B audit and compliance tools in response to growing demand from its customers. Sectyr is recognized for its … [More]
Phoenix Children’s Named among Top Children’s Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report
For the 14th consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report has ranked Phoenix Children’s among the nation’s “Best Children’s Hospitals.” The health system was once again named the No. 1 children’s hospital in Arizona and third in the Southwest region. Phoenix Children’s is the only children’s hospital in Arizona ever to be recognized by U.S. News & World Report. “Our … [More]
Arizona Board of Regents Prioritizes Student Mental Health with New Well-Being Workgroup
The Arizona Board of Regents is expanding its focus on student well-being by broadening the scope of the Student Food and Housing Workgroup to address mental health and well-being. This action, announced at the September board meeting, is a proactive step in ABOR’s commitment to prioritizing student well-being. “While our universities already offer strong student health and … [More]
Newly Renovated Behavioral Health Center Opens New Location in Phoenix
Cornerstone Healing Center, Arizona’s premier mental health and substance abuse treatment center, announces the opening of its new location in West Phoenix. The newly renovated, 15,000-square-foot facility will provide Intensive Outpatient Programs along with optional supportive housing for those who qualify. “We’re committed to making mental health and substance abuse … [More]
Banner MD Anderson Opens New East Valley Infusion Clinic for Cancer Patients
Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center at Canyon Springs, an outpatient clinic at Banner Gateway Medical Center, opened in Gilbert. Previously a surgery center, the clinic has been re-created for cancer patients needing infusion treatments, but who are healthy enough to not need chemotherapy. The new clinic is on the Banner Gateway campus, which includes Banner MD Anderson Cancer … [More]
HonorHealth Named Primary Clinical Partner for New ASU School of Medicine
Arizona State University and HonorHealth, a locally owned nonprofit health system, announced today that they have finalized an agreement for HonorHealth to serve as the primary clinical affiliate for ASU’s School of Medicine and Advanced Medical Engineering, a central component of ASU Health. Driven by a mutual desire to advance health care through technology and humanity, … [More]
Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix Opens Four New Operating Rooms
New spaces will allow for improved patient care, efficiency
Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix recently unveiled four new state-of-the-art operating rooms. The hospital now has a total of 28 operating rooms available for patients. The new additions will be used primarily for neurosurgery, orthopedics and general surgery. The expansion will provide capacity for an estimated 15% growth in surgical volume each year, meaning more … [More]
Park Central Hosts New Cross Training and Education Program with BNI with Band Fellows From Vietnam
Park Central and the Phoenix Medical Quarter are hosting a groundbreaking partnership with leading neurologists from Vietnam and Barrow Neurological Institute. This cross-training and educational collaboration, initiated through key discussions held by Plaza Companies principals and Barrow Neurological Institute with the McCain Institute, signifies a new era of … [More]
