Health Sciences

• Central Texas location with access to regional health sciences and research hubs

• Major civilian and military medical facilities supporting clinical care, training, and workforce development

• Established education and training programs producing job-ready talent

• Competitive operating costs, available sites, and a pro-business development environment

Killeen is well positioned to support growth in:

• Healthcare delivery systems and outpatient networks

• Allied health and clinical support services

• Medical office operations, billing, and health information management

• Veteran and military-focused healthcare services

• Training, simulation, and continuing medical education

Located in Central Texas, Killeen provides efficient access to healthcare and research hubs in Temple and Austin while maintaining lower operating and real estate costs. This balance allows health science firms to scale operations while controlling long-term expenses.

Killeen is supported by a strong network of healthcare providers serving both civilian and military markets:

• AdventHealth Central Texas – Full-service hospital providing acute care, specialty services, and outpatient care.

• Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center (Fort Hood) – One of the U.S. Army’s largest medical facilities, supporting clinical care, medical training, and research.

• Baylor Scott & White Health Clinics – Multiple primary care and specialty clinics serving the local and regional population.

These assets provide a strong clinical foundation for healthcare delivery, employment growth, and operational partnerships.

• Central Texas College (CTC) – Associate degrees, certificates, and continuing education in:

  • Nursing (ADN, LVN)

  • Radiologic Technology

  • Surgical Technology

  • Medical Office & Health Information Technology

  • Histology Laboratory Technology

• Texas A&M University–Central Texas (TAMUCT) – Bachelor’s degrees in Health Sciences and related fields, providing four-year degree pathways locally.

• Regional Academic Assets – Proximity to Temple College and Texas A&M University Health Sciences Center expands access to specialty training and advanced healthcare education.

• Killeen ISD Health Science Pathway supplies early-stage talent through CTE certifications and clinical exposure.

Killeen is well positioned to support growth in:

• Healthcare delivery systems and outpatient networks

• Allied health and clinical support services

• Medical office operations, billing, and health information management

• Veteran and military-focused healthcare services

• Training, simulation, and continuing medical education