The Ralph H. Johnson VA Health Care System (RHJ HCS) announced approval to construct a new community-based outpatient clinic in Port Royal, S.C.
The new clinic, expected to open in 2028, will provide primary care, mental health and specialty care services to Veterans in the region. It replaces the current Department of Veterans Affairs clinic located in the Beaufort Naval Hospital, which has faced multiple closures over the years. The new facility is planned to be located at 1844 Ribaut Rd, Port Royal, SC. The project reflects VA’s commitment to expanding access and reducing barriers to care by bringing care closer to Veterans’ communities.
“We’re investing in facilities that meet Veterans’ needs now and well into the future,” said Scott Isaacks, Ralph H. Johnson VA Health Care System director and chief executive officer. “Beaufort’s Veterans have been among the most engaged in our health system, and this new clinic represents a major step toward delivering modern, accessible care where it’s needed most.”
RHJ HCS is among the fastest-growing health care systems in VA, ranking third in enrollment growth for fiscal years 2024 and 2025. The system has more than $1 billion in recommended capital investments, with $400 million approved to date.