HCA Florida Healthcare Reaches Construction Milestone For Downtown Orlando Emergency Facility
Originally published on November 24, 2025
HCA Florida Healthcare recently held a topping out ceremony for its new freestanding emergency department in downtown Orlando. The ceremony marked the completion of the structure’s highest point at the 11,260-square-foot facility.
Construction Progress At College Park Location
HCA Florida Osceola Hospital leaders joined the construction team to commemorate the milestone. David Shimp, chief executive officer of HCA Florida Osceola Hospital, said the ceremony provided an opportunity to sign a beam that becomes a permanent part of the structure. He noted that this tradition in the construction industry acknowledges and thanks all who have contributed to the project.
The $21 million emergency room is located at 719 Peachtree Road in Orlando, facing Colonial Drive. The facility serves downtown Orlando and the College Park community.
Planned Services And Staffing
According to Shimp, 175,000 patients living within a five-minute drive of this location visit local emergency rooms each year. The new facility aims to provide easier access to emergency care for people who live, work and visit the area.
HCA Florida Downtown Emergency is scheduled to provide full-service emergency care 24 hours a day and seven days a week when it opens in spring 2026. The facility plans to staff board-certified emergency medicine physicians alongside nurses and healthcare professionals providing specialized emergency care for patients of all ages, including children.
The planned facility includes 11 private patient care rooms and a trauma/cardiopulmonary resuscitation room. Diagnostic services include CT scan, digital X-ray, ultrasound services and on-site laboratory services.
Employment And Economic Impact
Once operational, the emergency room is expected to employ approximately 35 full-time healthcare professionals. HCA Florida Healthcare stated this enhances local job growth and reinforces the organization’s commitment to serving the healthcare needs of Greater Orlando.
Healthcare organizations planning similar facilities face decisions about capital investment, staffing models and service area analysis.
Spring 2026 Opening Expected
HCA Florida Healthcare announced the facility is slated to open in spring 2026. The organization did not provide additional details about the construction timeline or operational planning.
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