Expansion
In September 2009, the Ohio State University trustees approved a $1 billion expansion of the medical center. The expansion is known as ProjectONE which refers to the collaboration between the Medical Center and The Ohio State University. The 20-story tower will house hospital beds dedicated to cancer and critical care patients. The hospital notably received a $100 million federal grant for the inclusion of a specialized radiation oncology center. The proposed construction plans included demolition of Means Hall and work on surrounding electrical and sewage systems, among other changes. Ground was broken for the project on June 18, 2010 with a completion date slated for 2014.
In 2012, it was announced the OSU Medical Center would change its name to Wexner Medical Center at Ohio State University after alumnus Les Wexner founder of Limited Brands.
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