UI requests Board of Regents approval for construction, expansion of UI Health Care facilities
The Daily Iowan
Last updated: April 23, 2026
The University of Iowa presented plans to the Iowa Board of Regents for several new UI Health Care facilities. These proposals aim to expand and improve healthcare services and research capabilities. The board reviewed these significant capital projects for approval.
The University of Iowa requested approval from the Iowa Board of Regents for the construction of multiple UI Health Care facilities. Key projects include the construction of a new Cancer Center, a new Hospital East Tower, and a new Emergency Department. The proposed Cancer Center will be an 8-story, 380,000-square-foot facility. It will house outpatient clinics, advanced imaging, radiation oncology, and cancer-related surgery. The new Hospital East Tower will be a 7-story, 480,000-square-foot building. This tower will accommodate inpatient beds, operating rooms, and diagnostic services. The new Emergency Department aims to increase capacity and improve patient flow. These developments are intended to enhance patient care, expand research opportunities, and solidify the university's position as a leading healthcare provider in the region. The board's decision is crucial for the commencement of these extensive construction projects.
