HU ACADEMIC MEDICAL CENTER
Project Overview
The new Howard University Academic Medical Center represents the next chapter in a historic legacy of healthcare, education, and service that has supported the people of Washington, D.C. for more than 160 years. Rooted in the legacy of Freedmen’s Hospital, established in 1862 to care for formerly enslaved individuals, African Americans, Civil War soldiers, and underserved populations, Howard University’s healthcare mission has long stood as a national symbol of compassionate care and academic excellence. Today, Howard University Hospital continues that tradition as one of the nation’s leading academic medical institutions dedicated to serving all communities across the District of Columbia and beyond.
The Next Chapter in a Historic Legacy
Historic Site of Griffith Stadium
The current hospital campus also sits on the historic site of Griffith Stadium, once home to the Washington Senators baseball team, Washington Redskins football team and part-time home of the Homestead Grays Negro League baseball team remains an important cultural landmark in the District. Griffith Stadium was more than a sports venue, it was a gathering place where history was made through athletics, entertainment, and community events that brought together generations of Washington residents. The transformation of this historic site into Howard University Hospital reflects a continued legacy of service, unity, resilience, and community impact. Just as Griffith Stadium once served as a landmark destination for the city, Howard University Hospital has become a cornerstone institution dedicated to healing, education, and advancing health equity.
A Training Ground for Future Generations
The new state-of-the-art Academic Medical Center will build upon this enduring foundation by modernizing healthcare delivery through advanced clinical technology, expanded specialty services, innovative patient-centered design, and enhanced medical education and research capabilities. Designed to improve access, elevate the patient experience, and address persistent health inequities, the facility will serve as a transformative healthcare destination and a premier training ground for future generations of physicians, nurses, researchers, and healthcare professionals. Together, the new Academic Medical Center reflects Howard University Hospital’s continued commitment to advancing healthcare excellence, equity, and innovation for the communities it proudly serves.
Transforming Care, Advancing Equity, Building Future at Howard
The new Howard University Academic Medical Center is being designed as a transformative, state-of-the-art healthcare destination that advances patient care, academic medicine, research, and innovation for Washington, D.C. and the surrounding region.
Project Highlights
Approximately 150 private patient rooms
400,000 Square Feet
42 Emergency Department Exam Rooms
8 State-of-the-Art Operating Rooms
Expanded & Modern Emergency Department Capacity
Advanced Clinical Technology
Academic & Training Spaces
Patient & Family-Centered Design
4 interventional/procedural suites (cardiac cath, electrophysiology, interventional radiology, & cath/OR hybrid room)
Transforming Care, Advancing Equity, Building Future at Howard
Advancing the Future of Patient Care
The new Howard University Academic Medical Center is being designed to redefine the healthcare experience through clinical excellence, innovation, and patient-centered design. This state-of-the-art facility will combine advanced medical technology with modern, welcoming environments that enhance comfort, improve efficiency, and support better outcomes for patients, families, and care teams. From expanded emergency and surgical capabilities to integrated digital infrastructure and thoughtfully designed patient spaces, the new academic medical center will help transform how care is delivered across Washington, D.C. and beyond.
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Clinical Excellence
The facility will support advanced, high-quality care through expanded specialty services, multidisciplinary collaboration, and modernized treatment environments designed to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency. -
Technology & Innovation
Integrated digital systems, smart technologies, and advanced healthcare infrastructure will support more connected, data-driven, and efficient patient care experiences. -
Easier Access to Care
Enhanced campus navigation, improved patient flow, and strategically designed access points will help create a more seamless experience for patients, visitors, and emergency services. -
Modern & Comfortable Patient Environments
Private patient rooms, upgraded waiting areas, and healing-focused spaces will provide greater comfort, privacy, and support for patients and their families. -
A Spacious & Welcoming Design
The new facility will feature open, modern architecture with expanded natural light, intuitive wayfinding, and thoughtfully designed public spaces that create a welcoming healthcare environment. -
Universal Treatment Spaces
Flexible clinical and treatment areas will allow care teams to efficiently adapt to patient needs while supporting a wide range of medical specialties and services. -
Integrated Technology Infrastructure
Advanced electronic medical record integration, digital communication systems, and future-ready technologies will strengthen care coordination and clinical decision-making. -
Advanced Operating Rooms
Modern surgical suites will be equipped with the latest technologies to support complex procedures, minimally invasive surgery, and multidisciplinary surgical care. -
Expanded Emergency Department
A larger, more advanced emergency department will improve patient throughput, emergency response capabilities, and access to urgent and trauma care services. -
State-of-the-Art Patient Rooms
Private, technology-enabled patient rooms will be designed to enhance comfort, safety, infection prevention, and the overall patient experience. -
Enhanced Waiting & Family Areas
Spacious waiting rooms and family-centered spaces will provide a more comfortable, calming, and supportive environment for visitors and loved ones.
Key Features of the New Academic Medical Center
Transforming Care, Advancing Equity, Building Future at Howard
The new Howard University Academic Medical Center represents a transformative investment in the future of healthcare for Washington, D.C. and the surrounding region. Designed to expand access to high-quality, patient-centered care, the state-of-the-art facility will strengthen Howard University Hospital’s longstanding commitment to advancing health equity and addressing disparities that disproportionately impact underserved communities.
The new academic medical center will provide modern clinical environments, advanced technologies, expanded specialty services, and innovative models of care designed to improve outcomes and enhance the patient experience. As a leading academic institution, the facility will also serve as a premier training ground for future generations of physicians, nurses, researchers, and healthcare professionals—creating opportunities for education, mentorship, workforce development, and medical innovation that will shape the future of healthcare for years to come.
Transforming Care, Advancing Equity, Building Future at Howard
The new Howard University Academic Medical Center, currently under development by Howard University Hospital, will be located along Georgia Avenue, NW, in the heart of Washington, D.C.’s historic U Street/Shaw neighborhood and will continue Howard University Hospital’s longstanding presence as a leading academic and community healthcare institution serving the District and surrounding region. The future state-of-the-art facility will be accessible via the Howard University–Shaw Metro Station on the Green Line and is conveniently located near several Metrobus routes.
Transforming Care, Advancing Equity, Building Future at Howard