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Ronan, Montana
Ronan Health Center
Expanding Access to Comprehensive Healthcare
The Ronan Health Center was developed to expand access to healthcare services for the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribe while creating a modern, adaptable healthcare environment capable of serving the community for years to come.
The healthcare facility was designed to provide a comprehensive range of services, including patient care rooms, procedure rooms, laboratory space, offices, isolation rooms, and pharmaceutical areas. Phase two introduced physical therapy and fitness facilities, adding a rehabilitation gym, private treatment rooms, and dedicated fitness areas designed to support recovery and holistic wellness.
"...the project strengthens the Tribe’s ongoing investment in accessible, integrated healthcare close to home."
- MMW Architects
Textile art from the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes was selected for the clinic's waiting room.
Connecting the Community through Collaboration
The Ronan Health Center project also created opportunities beyond healthcare delivery. Because of the clinic’s proximity to Ronan High School, the project team partnered with teachers to introduce students to careers in architecture, engineering, and construction. Students attended classroom presentations and participated in guided construction site visits, gaining firsthand insight into the design and construction process.
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Located on a 4-acre site in Ronan, Montana, the approximately 13,100-square-foot facility required a fully integrated engineering approach involving site civil, structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and fire protection disciplines. Morrison-Maierle provided engineering services throughout design, bidding, and construction administration for this two-phase $10 million project.
The completed Ronan Health Center demonstrates how integrated engineering and collaborative planning can support healthcare access, infrastructure improvements, and long-term community development simultaneously. Through thoughtful system coordination and future-focused design, the project helps strengthen healthcare delivery for the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribe while supporting the broader Ronan community.
Need to Know
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About the Owner: Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes are a recognized sovereign nation made up of the Salish, Kootenai, and Pend d ‘Oreille Tribes, residing on the Flathead Reservation in Northern Montana. Ronan has the highest population of the tribes.
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About our Client: MMW Architects
MMW Architects is a Missoula, Montana-based architectural firm focused on community, stewardship, and harmony.
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About the Problem: The Need for Basic and Specialty Medical Care Addressed
In 2021, the Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribe members and residents of Ronan lost their clinic due to the expansion of U.S. Highway 93. This loss placed a significant burden on the community, as they now had to travel far for essential and specialized medical services, which was particularly challenging for those already facing financial difficulties.
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Morrison-Maierle Services Provided
The entrance to the center is warm and inviting, highlighted by the exposed heavy timber columns and braces, accented by natural stone.
The healthcare center brings professional careers to the community that would otherwise have to commute for their work.
The healthcare center houses a laboratory and a pharmaceutical compounding area.
The healthcare center contains standard examination rooms for outpatient services.
Outpatient procedures can now be performed locally in Ronan.
The second phase of this project added a physical therapy space, a much-needed service for this community.
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