By AZRE
The intersection of Roosevelt and 24th Street is looking quite different recently as Valleywise Health continues progress on the construction of its brand new, state-of-the-art medical center expected to open in late 2023. The public safety net health care system for Maricopa County broke ground on the 673,000 square-foot, 10-story medical center two years ago on February 26 and one-year after hoisted the final beam on the building during a ceremonial topping out ceremony on February 25, 2021.
Today, the building is nearly 70% complete as final roofing activities on the main tower begin, with paint, flooring and other finishes being started on the basement and first floors and continuing upward. Lead contractor Kitchell is currently utilizing 575 construction personnel to keep the project running on schedule. Of the many improvements being made, the renowned Arizona Burn Center at Valleywise Health will all be housed on one floor with its own external entrance, advancements will be made to the Level 1 Trauma Center and overall aesthetic improvements for patients and their guests.
