Clearwater, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL (March 13, 2025) – Layton Construction is continuing to grow its presence in Florida’s healthcare market with the groundbreaking of two new freestanding emergency departments (FSEDs) in Clearwater and Pembroke Pines, the ribbon cutting of HCA Florida Wellen Park Emergency on March 21, and the recent award of a new FSED project in Spring Hill.
With four significant FSED projects in just three weeks—three of which involve the same design team—Layton’s deep experience in healthcare construction is on full display.
HCA Florida Countryside Emergency
Located at 2209 Main Street in Clearwater, this one-story, 10,860-square-foot emergency facility will feature a resuscitation major exam room, six multipurpose general exam rooms, an airborne infection isolation exam room/decontamination suite, a bariatric exam room, a pelvic exam room, a behavior health exam room, a triage area, CT, radiology, a lab, and support spaces. The site will also include associated parking, underground detention, and landscaping—ensuring a seamless patient experience.
HCA Florida Pembroke Pines Freestanding Emergency Department
The 10,000-square-foot, 11-treatment-room freestanding emergency department will operate as a satellite department of HCA Florida University Hospital. Designed for efficiency and accessibility, the facility will feature a waiting area, exam rooms, trauma treatment areas, a lab, a nurse’s station, and other critical support spaces. The project will also include two covered entry canopies—one for emergency vehicle access and one for public drop-off.
Expertise in Florida Healthcare Construction
With the addition of the recently awarded Spring Hill FSED , set to break ground in June 2025, Layton continues to strengthen its reputation as a trusted builder of emergency medical facilities in Florida.
“Florida continues to be a key market for Layton, and our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality healthcare environments,” said Andy Jodway, Vice President of Operations at Layton. “We’re proud to continue building facilities that expand access to critical care across the state.”
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About Layton Construction
Layton Construction is a privately held national general contractor, delivering predictable outcomes in commercial construction since 1953. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, Layton operates from 16 strategic offices across the United States, employing more than 1,400 construction professionals who serve diverse markets including healthcare, education, commercial office, industrial, hospitality, and multi-unit residential. Founded on the core values of honesty, unity, safety, and quality, Layton has built a reputation for excellence in complex project delivery while maintaining strong partnerships with clients, architects, and trade partners nationwide.
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