UT Southwestern Medical Center has announced plans to build a groundbreaking $177 million Radiation Oncology campus in the Fort Worth Medical District, addressing the region’s growing demand for advanced cancer care.  

The two-story facility, set to begin construction in summer 2025 and open in 2028, will be located next to the Moncrief Cancer Institute. It will bring cutting-edge technologies, including Fort Worth’s first MRI-guided precision radiation therapy, expanding local access to state-of-the-art cancer treatments.  

“This facility represents a transformative step for cancer care in Tarrant County,” said Dr. Daniel K. Podolsky, President of UT Southwestern. “We are committed to providing research-driven, personalized care for this growing community.”  

The campus will feature four linear accelerators (LINACs) for radiation therapy, with one equipped for MRI-guided treatments. A positron emission tomography (PET) scanner, only the second in Fort Worth, and a brachytherapy suite for high-dose radiation treatments will also be included.  

This expansion allows us to deliver highly specialized, precision therapies closer to home for many cancer patients who currently travel to Dallas,” said Dr. Jonathan Efron, Executive Vice President for Health System Affairs.  

The Radiation Oncology campus will connect to Moncrief Cancer Institute, completing UT Southwestern’s full spectrum of cancer care in Fort Worth. Patients will also benefit from Moncrief’s survivorship programs, which include fitness, dietary guidance, genetic counseling, and psychological support.  

UT Southwestern, home to North Texas’ only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, ranks among the top 25 cancer care programs nationally.  

Beyond oncology, UT Southwestern has expanded its presence in Fort Worth through facilities like the Monty and Tex Moncrief Medical Center, offering primary and specialty care. Future plans include increasing access to imaging and other specialized services. 

“Fort Worth’s growth demands greater availability of advanced medical care,” Dr. Efron said. “This facility is a vital step in fulfilling that need and advancing UT Southwestern’s commitment to innovative, research-based treatments.”  

The project reflects UT Southwestern’s longstanding commitment to Fort Worth, which began in 1999 with its partnership with Moncrief Cancer Institute. By 2028, the new Radiation Oncology campus will establish Fort Worth as a hub for world-class cancer care.