Dental Science Building construction
UF Health Shands parking and wayfinding updates for Dental Science Building construction
An exciting transformation is underway at UF Health as the College of Dentistry undergoes a significant renovation and expansion. While this project will enhance the experience for patients, visitors and team members, construction includes temporary changes to parking, pedestrian routes and wayfinding. This page provides the latest information to help you navigate these changes.
Please allow extra time for parking and shuttle transportation.
West entrance closure
The west entrance (see map below) will be closed through 2028. This impacts ADA/disabled parking and drop-off areas as well as access, traffic flow and wayfinding for UF Health Shands Hospital and nearby UF Health Physicians practices.
Please note these impacts are on the west side of UF Health Shands Hospital (UF College of Dentistry entrance). The east side patient/visitor parking will not be impacted.
Accessible parking and drop-off
The west entrance and its accessible parking and drop-off area will be closed during construction. Parking options for patients and visitors with Disabled Person Parking Permits include:
Complimentary valet: Valet parking is complimentary for patients and visitors with a valid ADA/disabled parking permit.
Self-park: Accessible parking spaces are available on the fourth floor of Garage 2, or the west visitor parking garage (see map below). Additional ADA/disabled parking areas are also noted on the map.
Shuttle services: A shuttle is available from the garage. The Transloc app and be used to track the shuttle in real time.
Additional parking and access information
Valet parking: Available to all patients and visitors for $3.
Patient drop-off: Use the designated drop-off area in the hospital's front circle along Archer Road.
For patients and visitors with mobility issues: Valet parking or drop-off is encouraged to make arriving at the hospital easier during construction.
Shuttle service: Shuttles continue to operate from the fourth floor of Garage 2, the west visitor parking garage. The Transloc app and be used to track the shuttle in real time.
Pedestrian route from Garage 2, the west visitor parking garage: Please follow the signage to the front entrance of the hospital. See map below.
More information on the Dental Science Building construction
