Trends and Analysis - July 2026
Ballad Health Acquires Land for Future Unicoi County Hospital
The new hospital is expected to feature an emergency department, 10 inpatient beds and outpatient services.
7/23/2026

Why Hospital Waiting Rooms Aren't Going Away
Despite advances in technology, thoughtfully designed reception spaces continue to evolve.
7/16/2026

Ground Broken on Mount Sinai Tisch Cancer Hospital
The hospital is aiming to open in 2030 on Mount Sinai’s Upper East Side campus.
7/16/2026

Milestone Marked with Topping Out Ceremony for BayCare Hospital Manatee
Construction remains on schedule, with crews continuing work on interior spaces, infrastructure and clinical areas throughout the facility.
7/15/2026

Thomas Jefferson University Unveils Plans for Sidney Kimmel Medical College in Allentown, PA
Located at One Center Square, in downtown Allentown, the campus will include more than 54,000 square feet of newly constructed medical education space.
7/14/2026

Aspirus Chippewa Falls Hospital and Clinic to Open in September
The approximately 35,000-square-foot facility is designed around the needs of patients and families, bringing together hospital, clinic and diagnostic services in one location.
7/14/2026

The Future of Healthcare Facility Construction Projects
Brian Cowperthwaite highlights the invisible work that impacts everyone who walks through a healthcare facility.
7/8/2026

Ground Broken on Jupiter Medical Center's Second Hospital
The 53,000-square-foot hospital will include 29 inpatient beds, four operating rooms, 24-hour emergency services, a diagnostic laboratory and imaging services.
7/8/2026

Site Selection Mistakes: What Not To Do
Healthcare providers that treat site selection as a strategic decision, not a simple real estate deal, will be positioned for long-term success.
7/2/2026

The Impact of Acoustics on Patient Privacy
As healthcare facilities evolve toward more open and flexible care environments, acoustic privacy has become essential.
7/1/2026

Texas Behavioral Health Center in Dallas Opens with Ribon-Cutting Ceremony
The 456,265-square-foot facility offers a variety of therapeutic, recreational and social spaces that prepare patients for life outside the hospital.
7/1/2026
