Johns Hopkins All Children’s Breaks Ground on New Wesley Chapel Hospital

WESLEY CHAPEL, Fla. — Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital officially broke ground this week on a new pediatric hospital in Wesley Chapel, marking a significant expansion in Pasco County’s healthcare services. The 56-bed hospital is set to be constructed on a sprawling 112-acre site near Interstate 75 and Overpass Road, close to Boyette Road, with an expected opening date in 2027.

The decision to open a second Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital in Wesley Chapel underscores the rapidly growing demand for pediatric specialty care in Pasco County and neighboring regions. Population studies anticipate a 12% increase in pediatric residents between 2023 and 2032 across Pasco, Citrus, Hernando, and surrounding counties. Currently, 93% of pediatric patients from these counties must travel outside their communities to access specialized medical care.

Justin Olsen, vice president and chief operating officer at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, emphasized the critical need for the facility. "We strive to bring care closer to home for families," Olsen stated, noting the 50-mile distance between Wesley Chapel and the hospital's main campus in St. Petersburg. "There is a profound need for specialized pediatric care in this growing community, and we’re proud to become their local children’s hospital."

The state-of-the-art hospital will include a 16-room emergency center, outpatient clinic spaces, four operating rooms, and four advanced imaging rooms. The new campus will also provide extensive space for future expansion to meet the evolving needs of the community.

In anticipation of the hospital's opening, All Children's Specialty Physicians have already begun offering outpatient pediatric specialty services in cardiology, endocrinology, and general surgery near Wesley Chapel. Pulmonology services will also be available starting this month.

Funding for the construction and development of the hospital will come from a combination of hospital resources and philanthropic contributions.

Residents interested in following updates about this project and other local developments can visit the Wesley Chapel Community Website at www.wesleychapelcommunity.com or follow Wesley Chapel Community on social media: Facebook, X, and Instagram