Adena Health Breaks Ground On 65,000 Square Foot Health Care Center in Fayette County
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Something promised to the Fayette County community by Adena Health in early 2021, has seen the beginning of what will be construction of a new 65,000 square foot health care center to replace the current medical center in Washington CH, which goes back 75 years.
The new $70 million Adena Fayette Medical Center will be a 25 bed critical access hospital which will strengthen local access to care as well as support economic growth, which is slated for a 2027 opening.
“The new Adena Fayette Medical Center represents more than just an upgraded hospital”, according to Adena president and CEO Jeff Graham.
“It’s our promise to Fayette County to continue delivering exceptional care, advanced treatments, and compassionate service for generations to come. While health care is changing rapidly across the country, this project reflects our belief that rural communities like this one deserve innovative care, modern facilities, and long-term investment.”
The new center will feature:
- Enhanced specialty care in orthopedics, oncology, pulmonology, and non-delivery OB/GYN
- Robotic-assisted surgeries for greater precision and faster recovery times
- Expanded diagnostics with MRI, cardiac CT, and nuclear medicine
- On-sire pharmacy for convenient prescription pick-up
- Upgraded surgical suites and a progressive care unit for complex cases
- Private emergency and inpatient rooms for increased comfort and privacy
- Welcoming public areas, including a chapel, family lounges and expanded dining options
- Improved parking and patient flow to streamline visits
The hospital will be built on the existing Columbus Avenue campus in Washington CH, ensuring no interruption to current services. Patients will continue seeing the same trusted providers and accessing the same specialties throughout the construction process.
The hospital’s design weaves in elements that reflect Fayette County’s farming heritage, its deep ties to Washington CH, and the enduring commitment of those who serve at the hospital.
The combined use of glass, stone, brick, and composite panels on the hospital’s exterior mirrors the patchwork of surrounding famland, while the building’s angled shape draws inspiration from the sightlines of roads that lead into the heart of the downtown area.
Brian Ream of the Adena Fayette Medical Center Advisory Board said- “For more that 70 years, this hospital has stood as a pillar of care and community in Fayette County.“
“As we look to the future, it was important to us that the new hospital honor that legacy, not just through advanced care, but also through thoughtful design elements that reflect our rich roots and the values that define this community.”
Watch the full ceremony, as well as our interviews with Brian Ream, Tony Anderson, Joe Denen, and Jeff Graham here or at the link below.
