Norton Children’s plans major pediatric campus, second hospital in Louisville

Norton Children's healthcare system in Louisville, Kentucky, has announced plans to build a new pediatric care campus featuring a second full-service children's hospital, research facilities, and expanded specialty services. The campus will be located on over 150 acres near the intersection of Interstates 64 and 265 in Jefferson County, with development planned in phases starting with the hospital construction. Future expansions will include behavioral and mental health services, additional clinic space for pediatric specialists, and research facilities aimed at developing new treatments for childhood illnesses. Norton Children’s president and CEO Russell Cox emphasized the goal to create a national destination for lifesaving pediatric care with advanced technology and family-centered services. The project is expected to create approximately 1,000 jobs and is considered the largest jobs announcement in Kentucky this year, with community input sessions planned across Kentucky and Southern Indiana to guide development. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear highlighted the initiative as a major step forward in pediatric healthcare innovation and job creation.