Much has changed since Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital opened in 1952 –except for its passion to help children. The latest, most spectacular change is a new, state-of-the-art hospital whose grand opening on June 15 marks an aggressive response to "the continual growing need for children's health care in Memphis and our ability to make that happen," says Meri Armour, LeBonheur’s president and CEO.

Here's how the improvements will impact travel over the Mississippi.

After only three-and-a-half months, The MED's new chief executive officer feels at home in Memphis.