Greater Phoenix is regionally competitive and a national leader in the healthcare and biomedical industries. The region is a premier treatment destination and has made $7.25 billion in strategic investments, including grants, since 2009 in its emerging healthcare enterprise and research capabilities.
By building healthier communities through innovative urban design and amenities, Greater Phoenix has become a top destination for healthcare delivery.
Research and clinical institutions in Greater Phoenix are making breakthroughs in translational research and healthcare delivery through innovative partnerships.
Greater Phoenix is expected to grow nearly 54,000 healthcare jobs in the next decade.
Projected employment growth in the healthcare & biomedical industries over the next decade is 38%, compared to 21% nationally
There are 8 hospitals in the Greater Phoenix region in the top 20 for excellence
There are more than 1,400 active clinical trials in Arizona
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The Greater Phoenix region offers unique treatment, clinical trial advancement and practice options to companies evaluating new markets, as well as locating physicians, researchers and visiting patients. As a cooperative environment, the region demonstrates strong industry leadership and ongoing commitments to innovation.
As a result of strategic investments, Greater Phoenix is equipped with state-of-the-art research infrastructure and facilities. Leading research and clinical institutions in Greater Phoenix are making breakthroughs in translational research and healthcare delivery innovations through strategic partnerships.
The diverse population of the state and region provide unique opportunities for clinical trials in underrepresented populations, including the largest population of Native Americans nationally and a population that is 30 percent Hispanic.
Phoenix is expected to grow nearly 54,000 healthcare jobs in the next decade — more than healthcare and biomedical hubs such as Minneapolis, Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Seattle. The region offers a skilled, diverse workforce that is continuously fueled by globally recognized universities and community colleges. Institutions that prepare highly qualified graduates for in-demand disciplines within the healthcare and bioscience industries include A.T. Still University, Arizona State University, Grand Canyon University, Maricopa Community Colleges, Midwestern University, Northern Arizona University and the University of Arizona.
“What’s not to like about the Phoenix area? It is clear that others such as ASU and TGen are very open to collaborate on research… It’s really exciting to know that these opportunities are right in your backyard.”
Keith Stewart, M.B., Ch.B., Chair of Arizona Research Operations Management Team at Mayo Clinic
“It is an extremely exciting time to be part of hyper-developing ecosystem in Phoenix. At NeoLight, we collaborate closely with ASU, Dignity Health and Honor Health – all are massive systems that are pro-technology and pro-innovation. On top of that, Phoenix provides an incredibly supportive community believing in the potential of the entrepreneurs that call it home.”
Vivek Kopparthi, Co-founder and CEO, NeoLight
