June 11, 2025- A new chapter in health care for Fayette County officially began Tuesday as Adena Health broke ground on the new Adena Fayette Medical Center, marking a milestone in the health system’s ongoing commitment and investment in community health and well-being.
The new 25-bed critical access hospital will strengthen local access to care, support economic growth, and carry forward a legacy of service more than seven decades in the making.
“The new Adena Fayette Medical Center represents more than just an upgraded hospital,” said Jeff Graham, Adena president and CEO. “It’s our promise to Fayette County to continue delivering exceptional care, advanced treatments, and compassionate service for generations to come. While health care is changing rapidly across the country, this project reflects our belief that rural communities like this one deserve innovative care, modern facilities, and long-term investment.”
A vision of care reimagined
Slated to open in 2027, the 65,000-square-foot facility will offer a broad range of services and patient-focused features, including:
- Enhanced specialty care in orthopedics, oncology, pulmonology, and non-delivery OB/GYN
- Robotic-assisted surgeries for greater precision and faster recovery times
- Expanded diagnostics with MRI, cardiac CT, and nuclear medicine
- On-site pharmacy for convenient prescription pick-up
- Upgraded surgical suites and a progressive care unit for complex cases
- Private emergency and inpatient rooms for increased comfort and privacy
- Welcoming public areas, including a chapel, family lounges, and expanded dining options
- Improved parking and patient flow to streamline visits
“We’ve always taken pride in the high-quality care our teams provide, and the new Adena Fayette Medical Center is designed to reflect that same standard of excellence,” said Emily Johnson, MD, Adena Medical Group chief medical officer, who practices as a family medicine physician on the hospital’s campus. “This new hospital gives our care teams the tools, space, and technology to not only continue providing the care our patients and their families deserve close to home, but to elevate it even further.”
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