This article was updated by the editors on August 28, 2025.
AdventHealth Cancer Institute, Merriam, Kansas
Opened in March, the AdventHealth Cancer Institute in Merriam, Kan., offers a comprehensive cancer care model that enhances patient and caregiver experiences, streamlines workflows, optimizes infrastructure, and advances innovative treatments.
Bringing all aspects of cancer care under one roof, the center includes physician consultations, imaging, infusion sessions, radiation treatments, laboratory testing, and a diagnostic breast center.
Cutting-edge cancer care environment
Equipped with cutting-edge technology, such as an MRI linear accelerator, the institute enables more precise cancer treatment.
Hoefer Welker (Kansas City, Mo.), the architecture and interior design firm on the project, delivered a design that integrates natural elements to create a soothing environment that promotes healing.
For example, the 2-story entry lobby blends biophilic-inspired architectural lines and natural materials to create a soothing environment. A concierge-style front desk welcomes patients while the light sculpture, “Protection,” hangs overhead and symbolizes a comforting blanket.
Additional features of the project include intuitive wayfinding, outdoor healing gardens and terraces, and specific colors to reduce stress.
HCD Conference community tour
AdventHealth Cancer Institute is one of the community tours offered to attendees for the 2025 HCD Conference + Expo taking place Oct. 25-28, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. For more information and to register, visit hcdexpo.com.
AdventHealth Cancer Institute project details
Location: Merriam, Kan.
Completion date: March 2024
Owner: Shawnee Mission Medical Center Inc.
Total building area: 70,322 sq. ft.
Total construction cost: $44.8 million
Cost/sq. ft.: $637
Architect: Hoefer Welker
Interior designer: Hoefer Welker
General contractor: JE Dunn
Engineers: Bob D Campbell (structural), Renaissance Infrastructure Consulting (civil/landscape), FSC Inc. (life safety), Hoefer Welker (plumbing and engineering oversight), Professional Service Industries Inc. (geotechnical engineering services)
Builder: JE Dunn
Project details are provided by the design team and not vetted by Healthcare Design.
