Duke Central Tower

Duke Central Tower is a medical center in Durham, North Carolina. It serves patients requiring critical care and pediatric services through its integration with Duke University Hospital and Duke Children's Hospital. The facility is an 11-story addition featuring 350 beds and 490,000 square feet of space, including patient rooms with family zones, playrooms, and advanced medical technology. Access is available only through the main entrances of Duke University Hospital or the Duke Medicine Pavilion. The center offers free interpreter services, accessible parking, and transportation options including GoDurham and GoTriangle bus routes, as well as Duke Transit. It is located at 2301 Erwin Road, near the Duke University Hospital, McGovern-Davison Children's Health Center, and the Duke University North Heliport, all within a short distance. The facility includes a Starbucks in its entrance and lobby area.

Duke Central Tower is situated between Duke University Hospital and the Duke Medicine Pavilion, with its entrance accessible only through those facilities. It is located on Erwin Road, approximately 0.1 miles from Fulton Street, the McGovern-Davison Children's Health Center, the Duke University North Heliport, and the Veteran's Memorial. The site is part of the larger Duke University Health System, which includes Duke University Hospital and other affiliated medical centers.

Duke Central Tower is recognized for its integration of advanced medical care with patient-centered design, including family-friendly spaces and accessibility services. It supports diverse patient needs through language interpretation, physical access accommodations, and inclusive care practices. The facility reflects Duke Health’s commitment to equitable care and innovation in medical services.

Services:

• Cancer Research and Treatment
• Cancer Treatment
• Cardiovascular Care
• General Healthcare Consultations
• Lung Transplant
• Lung Transplantation
• Medical Education
• Neurosurgery