Exciting News: Bay Pine VA Healthcare System Relocates Health Clinic to North Port for Enhanced Veteran Care!

NORTH PORT – Bay Pines VA Healthcare System is set to move its VA Clinic from Port Charlotte to a new location in North Port. The new clinic will be situated at the intersection of Price Boulevard and North Main Street in the Heron Creek Town Center, close to a senior living complex.

Dr. Amin Elamin, the Interim Director of Bay Pines VA, expressed excitement about the new facility. He stated, “This new space will show our commitment to meeting the health care needs of Veterans.” The new clinic will provide a modern environment for over 10,000 veterans who seek care each year.

The clinic will occupy about 28,000 square feet, designed specifically to accommodate the growing needs of the veteran community in Charlotte County and beyond.

Once the North Port clinic opens, the current location in Port Charlotte will close. The new site is less than 13 miles from the existing clinic, making the transition easier for veterans seeking care. However, there is no timeline yet for when construction will begin.

Bay Pines currently runs a clinic in Sarasota County and is looking to expand its services at the new North Port location. The additional space will allow for more Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) services, which focus on coordinated and patient-centered health care.

With the new clinic, the number of PACT teams will increase, enabling better support for veterans. This expansion includes three mental health providers to enhance the current Primary Care-Mental Health Integration services.

A dedicated 2,000-square-foot area will also be set up to assist unhoused veterans, emphasizing the VA’s commitment to serving all veterans.

Bay Pines VA Acting Deputy Director Justina Wells mentioned, “This space will help us streamline care.” She is confident that the new facilities will provide veterans with the excellent health care they deserve.

For more details, you can read the original article from the Sarasota Herald-Tribune here.