Regional One Health, the cornerstone of Memphis healthcare for nearly 200 years, has announced it has received Certificate of Need (CON) approval from the Tennessee Health Facilities Commission to move forward with construction of a new, modern hospital — transforming the former Commercial Appeal building site on Union Avenue into a state-of-the-art center for life-saving care. Final approval is expected March 24 after a 15-day waiting period.
This milestone represents a once-in-a-generation investment in Memphis’ health, economy, and future. The new Regional One Health hospital will modernize facilities, improve patient outcomes, and provide excellent care for families across the Mid-South.
Building on its legacy of care for all, the new Regional One Health facility will transform community health, foster learning and drive innovation.
As the only Level 1 trauma center in West Tennessee, Regional One Health currently treats more than 12,000 trauma patients annually in a facility designed for 4,000, achieving a 97% survival rate. The new hospital ensures this lifesaving care keeps pace with the growing needs of Memphis and the region.
The project is expected to generate nearly $892M in economic growth by 2027, creating approximately 3,600 construction jobs and 2,300 secondary jobs, and delivering more than $37M in state tax revenue.
By redeveloping the former Commercial Appeal property, Regional One Health will convert a historic Memphis site into a thriving healthcare and economic engine, strengthening Downtown, supporting workforce development, and reinforcing Memphis as a hub for training future generations of physicians and innovation.
Regional One Health has served Memphis for nearly two centuries — through crises, emergencies, and everyday care — regardless of a patient’s background or ability to pay. This new hospital ensures that legacy continues.
When finalization is complete, Regional One Health will move forward with planning and building its new, modern hospital. For more information about the new hospital, visit onecampus.regionalonehealth.org