Summary
Sanford Health is building a new medical center in Rapid City, South Dakota, with a $300 million donation from Denny Sanford. The center aims to improve healthcare access in the Black Hills region, including specialized services like oncology and women's health. This effort supports local health infrastructure and strives to attract healthcare workers to the area.
Key Facts
- Sanford Health is opening a new medical center in Rapid City, South Dakota.
- Denny Sanford donated $300 million for this project.
- The center will include specialized services such as emergency care, oncology, and women's health programs.
- Sanford aims to attract healthcare professionals, including former military personnel from nearby Ellsworth Air Force Base.
- South Dakota has applied for federal funding to improve rural healthcare through the Rural Health Transformation Program.
- The new center in Rapid City will have 168 inpatient beds, with space for future expansion.
- Sanford Health serves over 2 million patients in several states, including South Dakota and North Dakota.
- The local government sees this investment as part of a broader strategy to enhance healthcare and support community growth.
