Baptist Hospital opens new cancer center in Beaumont

The $40 million facility includes 40 infusion bays and expanded treatment options.

Jan. 28, 2026 at 12:23pm

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Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas has opened a new $40 million, 40,000-square-foot cancer treatment center in Beaumont. The facility includes 40 infusion bays, a state-of-the-art radiation and diagnostic treatment area, an expanded physician clinic, a patient resource center, and a dedicated chapel.

Why it matters

The new cancer center allows more cancer patients in Southeast Texas to receive care closer to home, rather than having to travel long distances for specialized treatment. It represents a significant expansion of Baptist Hospital's oncology services in the region.

The details

The cancer center was initially expected to open in fall 2025 but was delayed slightly due to unexpected foundation issues during construction. The new facility features a range of expanded treatment options and amenities to support cancer patients and their families.

  • The ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new cancer center was held this past weekend.
  • The cancer center was originally expected to open in fall 2025.

The players

Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas

A regional healthcare provider that operates multiple hospitals and medical facilities in Southeast Texas.

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What they’re saying

“Thank you to our wonderful speakers for their kind and inspiring words, our dietary team for keeping guests well-fed with delicious bites, and our community for the incredible support you continue to show our hospital. This day truly reflected the heart of who we are, together.”

— Baptist Hospital

What’s next

The new cancer center is now open and accepting patients for a range of oncology services.

The takeaway

The opening of this new cancer center in Beaumont represents a significant investment in expanding access to high-quality cancer care for residents of Southeast Texas, reducing the need for patients to travel long distances for specialized treatment.