YPSILANTI, MI – U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell recently visited the new Ypsilanti Health Center, which is nearing completion. This $40 million project is located at 300 W. Michigan Ave., in what was once the Eastern Michigan University College of Business.
The University of Michigan has leased this space for 15 years and is investing over $35 million to renovate three of the building’s five floors. Once finished, the center will significantly expand its services, increasing the number of patients it can accommodate from its previous location at 200 Arnet St.
Hospital officials expect the renovation to be complete by mid-April, with the first patients welcomed in early May. The upper two floors will house clinics for adults and children, while the ground floor will include a radiology clinic and a new program designed to support adolescents facing emotional and behavioral health challenges.
During her tour, Dingell was joined by UM Health President David Miller, COO Tony Denton, and Dr. Ebony Parker-Featherstone. They discussed how the new facility will allow the center to serve about 20,000 additional patients each year. The upgraded lab and imaging services will provide patients with same-day test results, making healthcare more efficient.
The new layout features large windows and local artwork, creating a welcoming environment. Patients will appreciate having access to their primary care providers and specialists all in one location, along with the convenience of on-site lab work.
“Services like labs matter to our patients,” Miller emphasized. “They want to get everything done on the same day, without extra trips.” Denton remarked on the center’s role in improving local healthcare, making access better for community members.
Parker-Featherstone highlighted the emphasis on accessibility in this new space, which is conveniently located across from the Ypsilanti Transit Center. “We focused on community needs and gaps in care to better serve the local population,” she said.
The health center will offer a range of services, including family medicine, geriatrics, urology, behavioral health, and more. A public food pantry and improved sanitation facilities will also be part of this new initiative.
During the visit, Dingell noted the importance of such facilities, especially in light of potential cuts to Medicaid and other federal health funding. She voiced her belief that everyone deserves access to quality healthcare, stating, “If you’re sick, you should be able to get the help you need.”
