HEALTHCARE EDUCATION, TRAINING & SIMULATION R&D MEDICAL DEVICES MESA, AZ: BUILDING BLOCKS FOR SUCCESS

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1 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT MESA, AZ: BUILDING BLOCKS FOR SUCCESS With a population of nearly 500,000, Mesa, Arizona is the 38th largest City in the United States and the second largest in the Phoenix-Mesa metro area. Larger than Miami, Minneapolis, Atlanta and St. Louis, Mesa covers 133 square miles inside a 21-city region with a population of 4.3 million, projected to be 6.0 million by HEALTHCARE EDUCATION, TRAINING & SIMULATION R&D MEDICAL DEVICES

2 Banner Desert Medical Center, in Mesa, is home to the nation s largest electronic intensive care unit (eicu) command center. The program, named icare, uses early-warning software and remote monitoring to provide off-site critical care physicians with information needed to assist on-site ICU staff. THE LIFE SCIENCE INDUSTRY IN ARIZONA HAS GROWN BY 45% OVER THE LAST 10 YEARS, COMPARED TO 12% NATIONALLY ADVANCING HEALTHCARE AND BIOSCIENCES In the Phoenix-Mesa metro region, the healthcare industry is a $20.5 billion industry that supports 184,272 jobs with a median wage of $58, In fact, The Life Science Industry in Arizona has grown 45% over the last 10 years, compared to a national growth rate of only 12%, according to a report prepared by Battelle Technology Partnership Practice for the Flinn Foundation. 3 Rapid population growth in Greater Phoenix has created an increased demand for healthcare services. More than 80 licensed hospitals, providing in excess of 8,000 beds, serve the region; more than 2,000 physicians, dentists, psychiatrists, chiropractors, osteopaths, and ophthalmologists attend to healthcare needs on a multistate, national and international level. The City of Mesa holds a strong healthcare and bioscience position with world-class specialty and general hospitals totaling more than 1,700 beds combined, higher education institutions focused on healthcare, and secondary education featuring training in biotech and life sciences industries. KEY ADVANCES IN HEALTHCARE AND BIOSCIENCES IN PHOENIX-MESA OVER THE PAST FIVE YEARS Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center opened a 120,000 sq. ft. comprehensive cancer center on the Mesa boundary one of only four locations in the world. In addition, a 180,000 sq. ft. expansion was completed in Banner Health opened the Banner Simulation Medical Center, a 55,000 sq. ft. virtual hospital in Mesa, is used to help train physicians and nurses. It holds the distinction of being the largest simulation center in the western U.S. and has the potential to elevate medical education efforts in Arizona to new levels. ASU s Polytechnic campus created the Arizona Center for Algae Technology and Innovation (AzCATI) and received a $15M award from the U.S. Department of Energy for advancements in sustainable algal production. Mesa-based Ulthera, Inc. a global medical device company focused on developing and commercializing technologies for aesthetic and medical applications received the first-ever FDA clearance for non-invasive lift of skin on the neck and under the chin. The company has plans to expand to the cellulite market and recently filed an $86 million initial public offering with the SEC. A.T. Still School of Osteopathic Medicine in Mesa, opened a half-milliondollar virtual-anatomy lab to simulate everything from bones to blood vessels in 3-D the first of its kind in any Arizona medical school.

3 AREAS OF OPPORTUNITY: LEVERAGING CITY OF MESA ASSETS Economic Development priorities are guided by Mesa s industries of opportunity: Healthcare; Education; Aerospace/Aviation; Tourism/Technology. Several sites in Downtown Mesa are available for projects in, or related to, these target industries. Companies in the healthcare and bioscience industries have the opportunity in Mesa to capitalize on the region s growth and the City s strong desire for quality economic development. Within a 10-mile radius of Downtown Mesa, the population is projected to reach 1,106,832 in 2018, an increase of 16.3% from the 2010 Census. The City of Mesa is projected to have a population growth rate of 22.6% from 2010 to 2018, bringing the estimated 2018 population to 490, Additionally, in 2008, METRO Light Rail ushered in a new era of transportation for Downtown Mesa and the Phoenix-Mesa metro area. The approved three-mile extension in Downtown Mesa will be completed in It is projected the Central Mesa extension will average 9,742 weekday riders. LaunchPoint, Mesa s first technology accelerator, opened in December 2013 as a collaborative effort between the City of Mesa and Arizona State University to drive the growth of innovative technology companies. LaunchPoint matches the needs of businesses with the expertise and experience of professional consultants who provide financial, information technology, management, organizational development and marketing coaching and services. (www. mesaaccelerator.com) INCENTIVES Mesa, Arizona offers a competitive operating environment compared to other Southwest markets. For more than a decade, the State of Arizona has implemented reductions in taxes and created incentive programs favorable for business. Arizona s R&D Refundable Tax Credit is the most competitive in the country because it allows the taxpayer small businesses with less than 150 FTEs to receive up to a 75% refund on the value of the credit. The Income Tax Credit is for qualified R&D done in Arizona, including research conducted at a state university and funded by the company. The Small Business Capital Investment Tax Credit Program allows eligible tech-company investors a 30% credit on state taxes over a three-year period (biotech company investors can receive a 35% credit). Mesa s Foreign Trade Zone is one of the most competitive in the nation, and may reduce property taxes by 75-80% for qualifying companies activating in a Foreign Trade Zone or Subzone site. Unlike most other cities in Arizona, Mesa has NO primary property tax on real or personal property. July 2014

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5 THE PHOENIX-MESA METRO REGION S DIVERSE HEALTHCARE AND BIOSCIENCE SECTOR IS RICH WITH OPPORTUNITY. Major Assets Include: 1. Adelante Healthcare 2. Banner Alzheimer s Institute 3. Arizona Spine and Joint Hospital 4. ASU BioDesign Institute 5. ASU Polytechnic 6. A.T. Still University 7. Arizona Center for Algae Technology and Innovation (AzCATI) 8. Auer Precision 9. Banner Baywood Medical Center 10. Banner Desert Medical Center 11. Banner Heart Hospital 12. Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center 13. Banner Simulation Center 14. BioAccel Incubator 15. Cardon Children s Medical Center 16. CORE Institute 17. Dignity Health 18. Heliae 19. International Genomics Consortium (ICG) 20. Mayo Clinic 21. Medtronic 22. Mountain Vista Medical Center 23. Promise Hospital of Phoenix 24. Restora Hospital of Mesa 25. St. Jude Medical, Inc. 26. Stryker Sustainability Solutions 27. The Celebration Stem Cell Centre 28. Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen) 29. Ulthera Mesa s Healthcare Facilities Mesa is one of the few cities in Maricopa County that offers the continuum of healthcare services, including specialty hospitals in hearthealth, orthopedics, and full service pediatrics. Hospital/Medical Facility Adelante Healthcare Bed Count N/A Specialties & Features Provides sustainable family & internal medicine, pediatrics, women s health with OB/GYN care, family dental and an in-house lab and pharmacy. Arizona Spine and Joint Hospital 23 Banner Baywood Medical Center 340 Banner Desert Medical Center 549 Banner Gateway Medical Center 100 Banner Heart Hospital 111 Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center 76 Cardon Children s Medical Center 206 HealthSouth East Valley Rehabilitation Hospital 40 Mountain Vista Medical Center Promise Hospital of Phoenix 48 Restora Hospital of Mesa A physician-owned hospital widely known for its progressive and innovative approach to orthopedic, spine, and podiatry surgeries, both out-patient and in-patient. Nationally certified as the East Valley s only Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission for Primary Stroke Centers. Ranked the 6th Best Hospital in Arizona and recognized for seven specialties including: Diabetes & Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Geriatrics, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology, Urology. All medical/surgical beds are equipped with icare technology. In addition, the hospital s 24 Intensive Care beds are monitored via similar technology that provides remote monitoring by intensive care physicians and nurses. Recognized as a Top 50 Cardiovascular Hospital and distinction as a nationally accredited Heart Failure Institute by the Healthcare Accreditation Colloquium. An undisputed leader in cancer care, this facility is one of only four in the world that offers extensive cancer treatment options, including the Bone Marrow Transplant Program. A recently opened, seven-story, full-service children s hospital one of three in the state of Arizona. This freestanding acute medical rehabilitation center offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services. It features all private rooms, a spacious on-site therapy gym, and cuttingedge rehabilitation technologies. Offers the most advanced medical technology in a resort-like setting with features that include all private rooms, electronic health records, valet parking, room service and wireless internet access. Long-term acute care including respiratory and ventilator care, complex wound care, physical, occupational and speech therapies. Long-term and high-intensity acute level care with a commitment to quality, compassion, and aggressive treatment. Sante of Mesa N/A Intensive and personalized rehabilitation programs that include physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech and language pathology. July 2014

6 MESA S HEALTHCARE EDUCATION PROVIDERS ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY POLYTECHNIC CAMPUS Arizona State University Polytechnic (ASU Poly) is one of four campuses of Arizona State University and is located adjacent to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport in East Mesa. The 600-acre campus offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to approximately 11,300 students. ASU Poly offers both undergraduate and graduate Applied Biological Sciences degrees, as well as an Exploratory Health and Life Sciences track for students interested in pursuing health and life sciences careers. High-Tech Facilities & Features at ASU Poly At the Advanced Technology Innovation Center students work with entrepreneurs and small/ medium-sized businesses to develop solutions for real-world problems. Arizona Center for Algae Technology and Innovation (AzCATI) serves as a hub for research, testing, and commercialization of algae-based biofuels, pharmaceuticals, and nutraceuticals. Cognitive Engineering Research on Team Tasks Lab (CERTT) conducts research on the human factors involved with team-related experiences. Del E. Webb Altitude Chamber Lab, used during aerospace research and training, allows students to experience the physiological effects of oxygen deprivation. Laboratory for Enterprise Application Development (LEAD) promotes applied research, teaching, and industry outreach in the areas of distributed and web-based applications, software engineering and open-source software. ARIZONA COLLEGE Arizona College has been serving the Phoenix-Mesa metro region for over 20 years. Its programs focus on allied health including Medical Assisting, Dental Assisting, Massage Therapy, Health Information Technology and Pharmacy Technician. Most programs can be completed in 30 to 38 weeks and require a one-month externship at a local healthcare provider. A.T. STILL UNIVERSITY A.T. Still University (ATSU) is the oldest school of osteopathic medicine in the world, founded in Missouri, with a campus in Mesa, Arizona. The School of Health Sciences in Mesa trains over 2,000 physicians and allied healthcare professionals in whole-person care and is committed to preparing students to serve at the forefront of medicine. BENEDICTINE UNIVERSITY Benedictine University at Mesa Nutrition major is designed as a future-orientated, comprehensive, dynamic and interdisciplinary program. Specialty courses in assessment, education theory, program evaluation, group process, environmental nutrition and health in the aging population are designed to develop knowledge and skills as a health educator. CHANDLER-GILBERT COMMUNITY COLLEGE Chandler-Gilbert Community College (CGCC) serves the higher education needs of over 16,000 residents at three locations in the Southeast Valley. Chandler-Gilbert Community College currently offers 10 programs in Nursing and Health Sciences. EAST VALLEY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Considered a model for career and technical education by the U.S. Department of Education, the East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT) provides training to high school students and adult learners in over 40 occupation-specific programs. Healthcare-related programs include Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, Dental Assistant, Medical Assistant, Surgical Technologist, Pharmacy Technician, and Physical Therapy Technician.

7 GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY Grand Canyon University (GCU) has selected the Eastmark community in southeast Mesa as the site for its 100+ acre second campus, set to open in GCU has provided exceptional healthcare-related education for over 25 years. The College of Nursing and Healthcare Professions at GCU provides quality nursing and healthcare simulations, as well as a human dissection and an anatomy program. MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE Mesa Community College (MCC) is the largest of the 10 community colleges in the Maricopa County Community College District. It enrolls approximately 26,000 full and part-time students and offers 150 degrees and certificates. MCC is well known for its Nursing Program, which is part of the Maricopa Community College District Nursing Program. PIMA MEDICAL INSTITUTE Pima Medical Institute (PMI) has two locations in Mesa and is also located in seven states across the nation. PMI offers bachelor s degrees in Radiologic Sciences and Respiratory Therapy and offers associate s degrees in Health Administration, Nursing, Medical Assistant Training, Physical Therapy, Radiography, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy, Phlebotomy, and other health occupations. UPPER IOWA UNIVERSITY Upper Iowa University (UIU) opened its doors in Mesa in 2012 and offers 11 majors on-site. UIU offers a program that allows licensed registered nurses to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing through a combination of in-class and online courses. All classes at UIU are offered in the evenings to maximize convenience for working adult learners. Within a 30-minute drive from Downtown Mesa: There are more than 580,000+ professionals (age 25+) with an associate s degree or higher. 5 Associate s Degree...7.5% Bachelor s Degree % Graduate s Degree % July 2014

8 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT City of Mesa Office of Economic Development 20 East Main, Suite 200 PO Box 1466 Mesa, Arizona (tel) (fax) facebook.com/cityofmesa twitter.com/mesaecondev LinkedIn.com - Groups: City of Mesa Office of Economic Development EMPOWERED TO HELP YOU BUILD YOUR BUSINESS The City of Mesa Office of Economic Development works closely with the client throughout all phases of the development process and looks forward to helping you build and grow in Mesa. 1 US Census American Factfinder, Factfinder2.census.gov/faces/nav/jsf/pages/ searchresults.xhtml?refresh=t;us Census 2012 estimates, Quickfacts.census. gov/qfd/index.html;arizona Department of Administration, gov;population estimates, azstats.gov/population-projections.aspx. 2 IMPLAN Group LLC AZBio.org Sites USA Sites USA 2013