MEMPHIS, TN — Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris and Regional One Health President and CEO Reginald Coopwood, MD, recently announced a step forward for the health of the Greater Memphis community. They announced the project team that will design and build a new Regional One Health facility that will transform community health, drive economic vitality, and foster learning and innovation.
“It is exciting news that we can announce the firms that were selected to design and construct the first academic medical center in Memphis,” Coopwood said. “We are pleased that we were able to attract some of the best national talent in health care companies specializing in architecture, engineering, and construction. These companies have partnered with local firms, ensuring that a significant portion of this investment remains right here in Memphis.”
Covalus Allworld, a Covalus and Allworld Project Management joint venture, was selected in October 2024 as the program management firm for Regional One Health’s new campus.
The team players recently announced include:
- HDR - architecture and interior design firm based in Omaha, Nebraska, partnering with local firms Self + Tucker Architects, brg3s, METICULOUS, and Cornerstone
- Memphis Healthcare Builders - construction management firm, a Turner Construction, Flintco Construction, Nickson General Contractors, and Fifer & Associates joint venture
- Magnusson Klemencic Associates - structural engineering firm based in Seattle, Washington
- Salas O’Brien - mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection engineering firm based in Irvine, California, partnering with local firm Innovative Engineering Services
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“I’m thrilled to be celebrating this step in the design of the new Regional One Health,” Harris said. “Shelby County’s investment is a historic commitment to the health and future of our community. Together, we’re not just building a hospital; we’re building a healthier future.”
Regional One Health is the only adult Level 1 Trauma Center within 150 miles and the only verified Burn Center within 400 miles. It is also home to high-risk obstetrical services and the oldest NICU in the state. Modernization safeguards these resources for future generations.
Designing a new, modern facility starts with a significant investment from Shelby County, of $500 million. The funding from the county will be combined with philanthropy and other funding sources to complete this project.
The new facility will accommodate:
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- Bed Tower
- Trauma and Burn
- Women and Infants
- Expanded emergency department
- Post-Acute Services
- Oncology
- Modernized Ancillary Service Suites
This project will bring $693.6 million to $892.3 million in economic growth from 2023 to 2027. It will also provide 3,600 construction jobs and 2,300 secondary jobs and bring $37 million in state tax revenue.
