Boca Raton Hospital Will Open New Patient Tower
The nine-story facility on Meadows Road will begin accepting patients by the end of October 2026.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Healthcare
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Boca Raton Regional Hospital has completed construction on the Gloria Drummond Patient Tower. The facility is scheduled to begin accepting patients by the end of October 2026.
Why it matters
The expansion addresses the growing healthcare needs of Palm Beach County by significantly increasing capacity. The new tower ensures the hospital can accommodate more patients with modern facilities and specialized care units.
The nine-story tower features 216 additional beds and 20 surgical suites. This expansion brings the total combined bed capacity of Boca Raton Regional Hospital and Baptist Health South Florida to 561.
The players
Boca Raton Regional Hospital
This is a major healthcare provider that has served the community since the late 1960s.
Baptist Health South Florida
This is a large health system that operates multiple facilities, including the Boca Raton campus.
The details
The facility on Meadows Road features a dedicated cardiovascular intensive care unit and pharmacies on every floor to improve patient access. Patient rooms are designed for comfort, including floor-to-ceiling windows and folding sofa beds for visitors.
Timeline
Boca Raton Community Hospital originally opened in July 1967.
The new tower is expected to begin accepting patients by the end of October 2026.
Market Landscape
The expansion follows the legacy of the original hospital established in 1967 to meet evolving regional demand. This project positions the campus as a primary medical hub against other area providers by significantly boosting the total bed count.
Patients will benefit from increased capacity and more modern amenities, including specialized cardiovascular units. The integration of pharmacies on every floor aims to streamline the medication process during hospital stays.
The takeaway
The addition of 216 beds marks a major milestone for local healthcare infrastructure in Palm Beach County. Residents can expect improved access to surgical and intensive care once the facility clears its final permit requirements.
What happens next
The hospital is expected to finalize permit approvals and announce the official opening date for the tower prior to the late October 2026 patient admission target.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Boca Raton Tribune.
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