UF Health officials and World Equestrian Center leaders on Wednesday celebrated the completion of a new 10,000-square-foot medical facility that continues the system’s push to expand its nationally recognized health care services for people living in or visiting the Marion County area.
The location features eight exam rooms, two procedure rooms, a retail pharmacy, and X-ray imaging.
“We are excited to be part of this globally recognized venue, growing with it as it continues to innovate and draw even more visitors to our region,” said Dr. Steve Motew, president and system CEO of the UF Health clinical enterprise. “We share your commitment to excellence and your passion for quality.”
UF Health Pharmacy – World Equestrian Center began caring for patients, families and pets in July. The pharmacy offers prescriptions, immunizations, vitamins, first-aid supplies, over-the-counter medications, and more.
UF Health Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine – World Equestrian Center opens on Aug. 12 and UF Health Walk-in Urgent Care – World Equestrian Center opens to patients on Aug. 15.
“UF Health is one of our founding partners,” said Brice Carpenter, nephew of WEC founder and CEO Roby Roberts. “Now our visitors and our employees will benefit from the medical expertise only available from UF Health.”
UF Health’s orthopaedics and sports medicine experts will bring compassionate and comprehensive care for hand and upper extremity injuries, pediatric orthopaedic conditions, and other needs.
“The opening of this new facility is another important step to increasing access to one of the top-rated academic-based orthopaedics programs in the country,” said Dr. C. Parker Gibbs Jr., chair of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine at the UF College of Medicine.
The UF Health Walk-in Urgent Care – World Equestrian Center will provide walk-in appointments for minor illnesses, injuries, and other immediate care needs.
UF Health at World Equestrian Center joins the UF Veterinary Hospital at World Equestrian Center and becomes the sixth UF Health location supporting human health services in Marion County. Other facilities include:
- UF Health Ocala Heath Brook
- UF Health Ocala Neighborhood Hospital
- UF Health Pediatrics – Ocala
- UF Health Pediatric Specialties – Oakhurst
- CareSpot Urgent Care of Ocala
“Today we continue our commitment to the health and well-being of all those who live in or visit Marion County,” Motew said.