CLEVELAND – University Hospitals (UH) is set to enhance healthcare accessibility in Northeast Ohio with the announcement of a new Uh Urgent Care facility and the relocation of an existing one. These strategic moves, scheduled for the end of January and early February 2024, underscore UH’s commitment to delivering high-quality medical services closer to where communities live and work, ensuring timely medical attention with reduced travel times.
The first significant change is the relocation of UH Urgent Care Streetsboro. Moving from its current location within the UH Streetsboro Health Center, the facility will reopen on Monday, January 29, at a more accessible address: 9449 State Route 14, Streetsboro, OH 44241. This new site places UH Urgent Care Streetsboro in a prime, high-traffic area, specifically at the corner of Market Square Drive and Route 14, just northwest of McDonald’s. This relocation is designed to significantly improve convenience for residents of Streetsboro and neighboring communities seeking prompt medical care.
Adding to the expanded access, UH Urgent Care Shaker Heights is slated to open its doors on Thursday, February 1. Located at 16601 Chagrin Blvd, Shaker Heights, OH 44120, this brand-new facility is strategically positioned adjacent to a bustling shopping center at the intersection of Chagrin Blvd and Lee Rd, right in front of Heinen’s Grocery Store. This location promises unparalleled convenience for residents in and around Shaker Heights, making quality healthcare more readily available than ever.
A modern nurses station at one of the new UH Urgent Care locations, designed for efficient patient care and a welcoming environment.
Both the relocated Streetsboro and the new Shaker Heights UH Urgent Care centers will maintain consistent operating hours, open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., including special hours on select holidays. This consistent schedule ensures that residents have reliable access to medical care when they need it most.
“Our UH Urgent Care model is fundamentally about providing convenient and valuable healthcare solutions for our patients,” stated Paul Hinchey, MD, MBA, Chief Operating Officer at University Hospitals. He emphasized the critical role of urgent care centers in the healthcare ecosystem: “Easy access to uh urgent care locations offers a cost-effective alternative to emergency rooms for individuals who require immediate attention for non-life-threatening conditions but may not have a primary care physician readily available. By expanding our network of UH urgent care facilities, we are actively working to alleviate pressure on emergency departments, thereby reducing wait times and enabling our emergency medicine teams to concentrate on the most critical, life-threatening cases.”
These state-of-the-art facilities will be equipped with advanced medical technology, ensuring accurate diagnoses and effective treatments. Furthermore, they will be staffed by a team of highly skilled and compassionate healthcare professionals. These experienced physicians, nurses, and support staff are committed to delivering personalized, efficient care to patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.
Dr. Lee Resnick, President of UH Urgent Care, expressed his enthusiasm for this expansion, highlighting the patient-centered vision driving UH Urgent Care: “Our overarching goal is to transform the urgent care experience in Northeast Ohio. We are dedicated to breaking down barriers and simplifying access to care, all while upholding exceptional standards of patient experience. The growth of UH Urgent Care across Northeast Ohio represents a significant stride towards realizing this vision. By broadening the availability of urgent care services, we are striving to make a positive and meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families throughout the region, ensuring they receive the timely and effective medical attention they deserve, right where they live, shop, and work.”
University Hospitals’ ongoing expansion of urgent care locations demonstrates its deep-seated commitment to improving healthcare accessibility and responsiveness to the evolving healthcare needs of Northeast Ohio communities. This initiative ensures that residents have readily available access to high-quality medical services, precisely when and where they need them.
UH Urgent Care operates as a joint venture with WellStreet Urgent Care, leveraging the strengths of both organizations to deliver exceptional patient care. This expansion also translates to significant job creation within the healthcare sector in Northeast Ohio. University Hospitals Urgent Care is actively recruiting experienced physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other dedicated medical professionals seeking consistent and rewarding career opportunities. Individuals interested in joining the expanding UH Urgent Care team are encouraged to explore career options at https://www.wellstreet.com/careers-university-hospitals/.
