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Avera Grassland: 10 Years of Healthcare Transformation
4 Mar
Summary
- Avera Grassland unified multiple clinics into one location.
- The facility cost $20 million and expanded provider numbers.
- It improved patient access and serves as a recruiting tool.
Avera Grassland, a significant healthcare facility in Mitchell, is nearing its 10-year anniversary on March 10, 2026. The 70,000-square-foot building, a $20 million investment by Avera Health, consolidated various clinics into one central location, improving patient access and fostering collaboration among specialists.
Previously, specialists like pediatricians and internists were dispersed across multiple clinics. The facility now houses departments including family medicine, pediatrics, and urology, with the number of providers doubling from 16 to 33 since its opening.
Avera Health anticipates over 77,000 patient visits in 2026. The consolidation offers a convenient "one-stop-shop" for patients, integrating laboratory, radiology, and pharmacy services, thereby reducing patient stress and travel time.
Furthermore, Avera Grassland acts as a valuable recruiting tool, attracting new medical professionals with its modern environment and collaborative atmosphere. The facility's success may serve as a blueprint for future Avera Health expansions, potentially leading to the development of similar consolidated healthcare centers.
