TGH Taneja Surgical, Neuroscience & Transplant Tower

The Tampa General Hospital (TGH) Taneja Surgical, Neuroscience & Transplant Tower represents a transformational leap forward in how TGH delivers complex surgical, neurological, and transplant care. Designed as a state-of-the-art, 565,000-square-foot medical pavilion in the heart of the Tampa Medical & Research District, this tower brings together world-class providers, the latest research therapies, and leading-edge technologies to elevate care for patients across Tampa Bay, Florida, and beyond.

Supported by a historic philanthropic investment from the Taneja Family Foundation, the tower is a testament to innovation, academic medicine, and TGH’s continued commitment to caring for patients with the most complex conditions.

Taneja Tower Overview

Set to open in 2028, the Taneja Tower will serve as the new home for TGH’s surgery, neuroscience, and transplant specialized team, integrating advanced care, research, and education under one roof.

With its strategic location connected to the TGH Davis Islands academic medical center and USF Health, patients will benefit from real-time collaboration between academic clinicians, researchers, and multidisciplinary teams.

Advanced Surgical Care

The Taneja Tower expands TGH’s ability to deliver high-acuity surgical care with:

• 31 state-of-the-art operating suites designed for complex procedures.
• Dedicated sterile processing and emergency response spaces for optimal safety and efficiency.
• A design that supports advanced surgical technology integration, including high-resolution imaging and robotics-ready environments.

These capabilities ensure patients have access to leading-edge surgical treatments supported by TGH’s nationally recognized clinical teams.

Leading-Edge Neurosciences

As part of the TGH Neuroscience Institute, the Taneja Tower will house:

• A newly named iMRI surgical suite, supported by a philanthropic gift from Judy Genshaft and Steven Greenbaum. This suite provides real-time, high-resolution imaging during surgery, improving precision and reducing follow-up interventions.
• Expansion space designed to support highly complex neurological care, including stroke, brain tumor, and spine procedures.
• Direct adjacency to the TGH Davis Islands academic medical center, enabling collaboration with USF Health’s neurosurgical leaders.

This tower further strengthens TGH’s status as a Top 10% hospital in Neurology & Neurosurgery by U.S. News & World Report 2025–26 and recognition among the World’s Best Hospitals for Neurological Care by Newsweek.

World-Class Transplant Programs

As a top five transplant center in America, three years in a row, the TGH Transplant Institute continues to lead the nation in transplant volumes and innovation. The Taneja Tower will:

• House expanded transplant services to meet growing statewide and national demand.
• Provide additional ICU and inpatient capacity to support complex liver, kidney, heart, and lung transplant patients.
• Advance research and multidisciplinary care pathways powered by TGH’s longstanding academic partnership with USF Health.

The Taneja Family Foundation’s transformational philanthropy directly supports TGH’s mission to broaden research and provide unrivaled care for patients in need of lifesaving transplants.

State-of-the-Art Facility Features

The TGH Taneja Surgical, Neuroscience & Transplant Tower includes:

• 144 patient beds for surgical, neuroscience, and transplant care.
• A plaza level + 12 floors, with two additional floors reserved for future growth.
• Expanded ICU capacity to support the most critically ill patients.
• Education and training space to support clinical teams and academic programs.
• A two-story pedestrian bridge connecting the tower to the existing hospital.
• A central energy plant to ensure uninterrupted operations.

The Taneja Tower’s design emphasizes efficiency, safety, and flexibility, ensuring TGH remains future-ready.

Transforming Care for the Future

The Taneja Tower represents a significant investment in the future of complex care at Tampa General Hospital. Explore photos from important milestones as construction continues.

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