NYU Langone Health has announced a significant expansion in Florida with the upcoming Julia Koch Family Ambulatory Care Center in West Palm Beach. This state-of-the-art, eight-story facility, slated to open in 2026, is made possible by a transformative $75 million donation from the Julia Koch Family Foundation™. The center is projected to accommodate 50 physicians and serve 150,000 patients annually, substantially broadening NYU Langone’s healthcare footprint in the region.
Located at 324 Datura Street, the new ambulatory care center will boast 77,000 square feet of clinical space. It is designed to offer a wide spectrum of on-demand specialty care services, including internal and primary medicine, oncology, and pain management. This expansion is anticipated to significantly improve patient access and decrease waiting times, addressing a growing demand for high-quality healthcare in Palm Beach County.
Julia Koch emphasized the family’s long-standing admiration for NYU Langone’s advancements. “My family and I have been impressed with NYU Langone’s transformation over the past two decades,” she stated. “Through its expanding outpatient network, NYU Langone is committed to enhancing access to top-tier care through innovative research and cutting-edge medical education. NYU Langone stands as a beacon of world-class healthcare, and extending that level of service to the dynamic Palm Beach community holds profound significance for our family.” This donation underscores the Julia Koch family’s commitment to impactful philanthropy, particularly in areas that strengthen community well-being.
Alt text: The Julia Koch Family Foundation logo displayed alongside medical professionals, symbolizing their dedication to improving healthcare access and quality.
The establishment of this ambulatory care center marks one of the inaugural grants from the Julia Koch Family Foundation, which was founded in 2023. This foundation represents a new philanthropic chapter for Julia Koch and her children, building upon the family’s enduring legacy of charitable giving. The foundation’s mission is to support transformative initiatives within healthcare, education, and the arts, with a particular focus on initiatives that positively impact communities of personal significance to the family. The gift to NYU Langone reflects the Julia Koch family’s strategic approach to philanthropy, targeting institutions known for excellence and innovation.
Robert I. Grossman, MD, CEO of NYU Langone Health and dean of NYU Grossman School of Medicine, highlighted the increasing need for NYU Langone’s services in Florida. “Since establishing our presence in 2017, we have seen continuous growth in demand in Florida for the exceptional care that defines NYU Langone in New York,” said Dr. Grossman. “We are thrilled to respond to this demand, and the Julia Koch family has been an invaluable partner in this journey. Thanks to the remarkable generosity of the Julia Koch Family Foundation, we can extend our unified standard of care to even more patients in a beautiful, new facility, ensuring seamless coordination between our Florida and New York teams.” This expansion is a direct response to patient needs and a testament to the effectiveness of NYU Langone’s integrated healthcare system.
Kenneth G. Langone, chair of the NYU Langone Board of Trustees, pointed out the strong ties between New York and Palm Beach County, emphasizing the importance of bringing comprehensive NYU Langone care to the region. “Palm Beach County is home to numerous New Yorkers, many of whom are now year-round residents. For many others, it’s a cherished second home—but it has lacked one crucial element: comprehensive healthcare from the extensive network of NYU Langone specialists, renowned for their unmatched quality across all disciplines,” Langone explained. “Julia Koch recognizes this critical need and has been an extraordinary partner—fully committed to realizing our shared vision.” The Julia Koch family’s involvement is instrumental in bridging this healthcare gap and enhancing the well-being of the Palm Beach community.
Alt text: Architectural rendering of the future Julia Koch Family Ambulatory Care Center in West Palm Beach, showcasing the modern eight-story facility and its integration into the urban landscape.
The new center will offer comprehensive services, including full-service radiology and imaging, two operating rooms for ambulatory surgery, two endoscopy suites, and eight physical therapy bays. The extensive range of clinical services will encompass:
- Internal medicine and primary care
- Comprehensive imaging
- Orthopedics
- Podiatry
- Cardiology
- Gastroenterology
- Pulmonary
- Rheumatology
- Physical medicine and rehabilitation
- Pain management
- Neurology
- Gynecology
- Urology
- Endocrinology
- Oncology
- Bariatrics
In recognition of the Julia Koch family’s generosity, the existing NYU Langone location at 101 North Clematis Street has been renamed the Julia Koch Family Ambulatory Care Center. This existing center and the new facility underscore the deep partnership between NYU Langone and the Julia Koch family.
NYU Langone’s network includes 6 inpatient locations and over 300 outpatient sites across the New York metropolitan area and Florida. All locations are unified by a single electronic health record system, accessible through the NYU Langone Health app and the NYU Langone Health MyChart patient portal, ensuring seamless patient care coordination. The health system’s commitment to quality has been recognized through numerous accolades, including the Ambulatory Quality and Accountability Award from Vizient Inc. and consistent top rankings as a physician practice. These accolades affirm NYU Langone’s dedication to delivering exceptional healthcare across key domains, including access, quality, efficiency, care continuity, and equity. The Julia Koch family’s contribution further strengthens NYU Langone’s ability to uphold these high standards and expand its reach.
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