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Medical City Denton debuts $8 million cardiovascular intensive care unit

The hospital's new 8-bed CICU unit expands access to advanced cardiovascular and vascular critical care services.

May 19, 2026
Group photo with six people cutting a red ribbon

Denton, Texas — Medical City Denton celebrated the completion of an $8 million cardiovascular intensive care unit (CICU) with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by hospital leaders, physicians and board of trustees. The dedicated 8-bed unit expands access to advanced cardiovascular and vascular critical care services available to the community.

The new unit is designed for patients recovering from open-heart surgery, complex vascular procedures, advanced heart failure and other critical cardiac conditions. It features leading-edge technology to support high-acuity care for North Texas and strengthen Medical City Denton’s role in advanced specialty care.

“The opening of our new CICU reflects our commitment to advancing high-quality, specialized care in Denton,” says Steven Edgar, CEO of Medical City Denton. “This investment expands our cardiovascular system of care, helping ensure our community has access to the specialized services they need, close to home.”

At the recent ribbon-cutting event, guests toured the newly renovated space, which features innovative technology designed to enhance patient outcomes.

Over five years, Medical City Healthcare has invested more than $1.7 billion in capital improvements, including building acquisitions and expansions, facility enhancements and leading-edge technology. This investment supports Medical City Healthcare’s system-wide commitment to excellence and innovation, advancing care through research, empowering the healthcare workforce and delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

Medical City Denton provides advanced specialty care and a comprehensive system of care for patients across the region.

CICU room at Medical City Denton Hospital

Published:
May 19, 2026
Location:
Medical City Denton

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