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When you live in Encanterra, you get the best of both worlds—resort-style living with the peace of mind that world-class healthcare is just minutes away. That peace of mind is about to get even stronger. Banner Health recently announced a major expansion of Banner Ironwood Medical Center, located less than 10 miles from our gates.
What’s Coming to Banner Ironwood
• 30,000 sq. ft. of new space designed to meet the needs of Queen Creek’s rapidly growing population.
• A new cardiac catheterization lab, giving residents faster access to advanced heart care without driving into the city.
• Emergency Department expansion with 10,000 sq. ft. of added space, including a larger waiting area and more treatment rooms.
• 34 new patient beds (bringing the total to 49) to reduce wait times and improve hospital capacity.
• A multi-room surgical suite and a future-ready imaging center to support even more specialized care.
• 80 new parking spaces to accommodate the growth.
The project is expected to move into the design phase by early 2026 and be completed by 2027.
Why This Matters for Encanterra
Our community continues to attract active adults who value wellness, convenience, and a lifestyle that doesn’t compromise on access to care. With this expansion, Encanterra members will benefit from:
• Shorter wait times in the ER—an important factor for both everyday needs and urgent situations.
• Closer access to advanced heart and surgical care—no need to travel into Scottsdale or Phoenix.
• Future-proof healthcare—with Banner planning ahead for additional labs and imaging suites.
A Growing Town, A Growing Need
Queen Creek is one of the fastest-growing areas in Arizona, and Encanterra is at the heart of that growth. Banner’s investment in Ironwood reflects a recognition of the needs of communities like ours—active, vibrant, and expanding. For our homeowners, this means living in a place where healthcare infrastructure is keeping pace with residential growth.
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The Bottom Line
For Encanterra residents, this expansion isn’t just about square footage and hospital beds—it’s about peace of mind. Knowing that advanced emergency, cardiac, and surgical care is right around the corner makes living here not only more enjoyable but also more secure.
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