Construction begins in 2025, and the new hospital is expected to open in 2027.

The current facility has served the community for 75 years, and we’re proud of its legacy of care. As we look to the future, a new hospital will allow us to expand services, offer more privacy and comfort, and bring in modern technology to meet the evolving needs of patients, families, and businesses in Fayette County and beyond.

The new Adena Fayette Medical Center will be built on the current campus at 1430 Columbus Ave. in Washington Court House, near the existing Medical Arts Buildings.

Once the new hospital is complete, the current building will be removed to allow for additional parking. This will enhance the patient experience while preserving the campus location that has served Fayette County for decades.

The new Adena Fayette Medical Center represents a $70 million investment in the health and future of Fayette County. Funding comes from a combination of operating revenue, private financing, state and federal grants, and community support – not local taxpayer dollars.

There are meaningful opportunities for individuals and organizations to get involved through donations and philanthropic support. Contributions help enhance patient spaces, advance medical care, and expand community health programs – going beyond the essentials to create a truly exceptional health care experience. There are meaningful opportunities for individuals and organizations to get involved through donations. Learn how you can support.

Yes, all current providers and services will remain available at the existing hospital throughout the transition. Click here to find care.

The new hospital will include enhanced emergency services, advanced imaging and diagnostics, enhanced surgical suites, and specialty care including general surgery, pain management, orthopedics, oncology, non-delivery OB/GYN, podiatry, and more.

Yes. Patients will have access to MRI, cardiac CT, nuclear medicine, ultrasound, upgraded X-ray and mammography, and consolidated lab services for faster, more accurate results.

Surgical services will be enhanced with upgraded suites designed to support minimally invasive procedures, robotic-assisted surgery, and advanced infection control features to support emergency response and industrial needs.

Every part of the new facility is being designed with patient comfort and care in mind, including private rooms, more family-friendly spaces, better parking and traffic flow, and easier access to services.

We know Fayette County is growing, so it’s important that we grow as well, as the area’s health care provider. The new hospital ensures continued access to high-quality care close to where Fayette County residents live and work. It also supports jobs, fulfills a long-standing commitment by Adena Health to rebuild, and strengthen rural health care for years to come.

Not at all. While the hospital is located in Washington Court House, it’s designed to serve the entire area – including residents of Fayette County, as well as neighboring Highland, Ross, and Clinton counties, and beyond.

This is one of the largest investments in Fayette County’s history. It helps drive regional economic development, supports business growth, and ensures access to health care that encourages families and professionals to live and work in the area.

Access to quality health care is a key factor for professionals and businesses when choosing where to live and work. With modern facilities and advanced services, the new Adena Fayette Medical Center helps make the area more appealing to skilled workers and supports a healthier, more reliable workforce.

Yes, the new hospital will continue to operate as a 25-bed critical access hospital. That’s a special designation for small, rural hospitals that are designed to provide essential services like inpatient care, emergency treatment, and diagnostics close to home.

Maintaining the current number of beds isn’t a drawback. It’s actually part of what helps rural hospitals stay sustainable. The new facility is being designed to do more with what it has – with upgraded surgical spaces, modern imaging, and expanded specialty care.

At this time, labor and delivery services are not planned for the new hospital. While we understand how meaningful those services have been to many local families, this decision was made after careful consideration and reflects a number of factors.

Expectant parents are referred to Adena Regional Medical Center in Chillicothe, where full labor and delivery services are available alongside NICU support and around-the-clock OB/GYN care. This ensures safe, high-quality care for both parent and baby.

The new hospital will continue to offer non-delivery OB/GYN services such as prenatal care, gynecologic exams, and specialty consultations so patients can still receive much of their care close to home.

Yes. The new hospital is moving forward, with construction starting in 2025. We know it’s felt like a long time coming, and here’s why:

When early plans were being developed, the COVID-19 pandemic hit, shifting priorities across the entire health system. Like many hospitals, Adena had to focus on frontline response, staff and patient safety, and navigating the unprecedented challenges the pandemic brought. That understandably slowed the timeline.

Since then, we’ve been working through every detail behind the scenes: from design and financing to land use and regulatory approvals. Now, with all approvals in place, the new hospital is on track to open in 2027.

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