Ascension St John Hospital Health Center has officially opened to the public in Chesterfield Township, Michigan, US, reported voicenews.com.

Spanning 39,000ft², the new Ascension outpatient centre provides primary and emergency care, along with diagnostic and speciality services.

The facility has been designed to cater to the needs of the growing populations in northern Macomb and southern St Clair counties.

Ascension Michigan Metro East Region regional president and CEO Dr Kevin Grady said: “This Chesterfield Township facility is conveniently located to complement our already strong presence of Ascension River District Hospital to the east and Ascension St John Hospital Health Center in Macomb.

“This new outpatient centre will offer exceptional care and ease of access. This is about providing the right care, at the right place, at the right time.”

The centre features a multi-level contemporary clinical space and offers a range of amenities and services, including imaging and diagnostic services, a 24/7 emergency centre, lab services, physical therapy, and various medical practices such as paediatrics, neurology, general surgery, and orthopaedics.

The $32.5m facility was designed by Hobbs & Black Architects and constructed by DeMaria Builders and Medxcel.

Ascension operates 16 hospitals and numerous healthcare facilities in Michigan.

The new Ascension St. John Hospital Health Center aims to provide personalised care to the local community.