VCU Health Breaks Ground on Latest Chesterfield Pavilion, Expanding Access to Outpatient Care
Chesterfield County, VA – March 5, 2026 – VCU Health is expanding its footprint in Chesterfield County with the construction of a new, state-of-the-art outpatient care facility, the Chesterfield Pavilion. A topping-off ceremony, marking the placement of the final beam, was held on March 4, 2026, celebrating a major milestone in the project’s development. The facility is slated for completion in 2027.
A New Hub for Comprehensive Outpatient Services
The Chesterfield Pavilion will be a four-story, approximately 100,000-square-foot ambulatory surgery center and medical office building. It aims to bring comprehensive, patient-centered outpatient care closer to residents of Chesterfield County, one of Virginia’s largest counties, currently serving nearly 400,000 residents [VCU Health News].
Key Features and Services
The new facility will house a range of essential services, including:
- Ambulatory surgery center with multiple operating and procedure rooms
- Expanded clinical space for specialties such as orthopedics, gastrointestinal, oncology, gynecology, urology, and breast surgery
- Comprehensive surgical oncology services
- More than 45 exam and procedure rooms
- Mammography services
- Infusion therapy
- Pharmacy services
Collaboration and Community Impact
The project is a collaborative effort involving VCU Health, Virginia Commonwealth University, and Chesterfield County. Leaders from all three entities gathered for the topping-off ceremony, signifying their commitment to expanding access to quality healthcare.
“Today’s topping-off ceremony marks an important step toward expanding access to exceptional health care for our residents,” said Joseph P. Casey, Ph.D., Chesterfield County administrator. “The progress on this facility reflects our community’s commitment to supporting advanced medical services close to home.” [VCU Health News]
Commitment to Patient Care
VCU Health officials emphasize that the Chesterfield Pavilion will reduce barriers to care, improve coordination among care teams, and create a more convenient and supportive experience for patients and their families.
“By bringing essential outpatient services together in one place, right here in Chesterfield, we reduce barriers to care, improve coordination among care teams, and create a more convenient and supportive experience for patients and their families,” said Sheldon Barr, MSN, MBA, president of VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital. [VCU Health News]
Looking Ahead
The Chesterfield Pavilion represents a significant investment in the health and well-being of the Chesterfield County community. VCU Health’s continued expansion demonstrates its dedication to providing world-class outpatient care and services to a growing population.
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