The Official College of Physicians of Las Palmas has announced its intention to expand its facilities in Gran Canaria by purchasing a new property. This space, located at León y Castillo street, 32, is situated approximately 90 meters from its main headquarters and features a surface area of about 420 square meters per floor, spread across two levels (one street-level and one basement).
The proposal was unanimously approved on June 30 during a general assembly. The board of directors explained that after evaluating various alternatives to optimize the current headquarters, such as internal renovations or expansions, the building's physical and regulatory limitations made significant growth difficult. Therefore, the decision was made to seek an external space.
The property in question is currently under a lease-to-purchase agreement. The acquisition process is pending consultation with the City Council and relevant technicians to determine the necessary permits for the refurbishment works. Planned interventions include the installation of a ventilation outlet and the modification of a disused goods lift. The fixed price for the transaction is 1,175,000 euros.
The operation will be financed entirely with the College's own resources, without the need for bank financing. This means the investment will not lead to indebtedness for the professional college nor will it involve special assessments or an increase in membership fees, which have remained unchanged for 15 years. The acquisition aims to create specific spaces for collegiate activities and increase available capacity, including simulation classrooms, a significant training demand for physicians, as well as a comprehensive renovation of audiovisual and technical resources.
The current headquarters in Gran Canaria, opened in 1956, was designed for approximately 500 members. Today, the registry exceeds 7,767 physicians, with projections to reach 8,000 next year. The proximity between the current headquarters and the new premises will allow all collegiate activities to be maintained within the same environment, facilitating access for professionals and reinforcing the institution's response capacity.
