UAB Medicine Launches New Clinics: A Major Leap in Health Access
Discover how UAB Medicine's new clinics are transforming health care access in Alabama, making specialized services available to a wider community.
UAB Medicine continues to revolutionize health care accessibility in Alabama with the introduction of four groundbreaking clinical services. These clinics are set to enhance the landscape of medical services across Birmingham and the entire state.
Primary Care Excellence in Birmingham
On August 18, UAB Family Medicine East opened its doors, offering an array of primary care services ranging from preventive screenings to chronic disease management. This state-of-the-art facility promises a comprehensive, patient-centered approach designed to cater to diverse health needs.
The location boasts a renovated 3,800-square-foot space equipped with modern amenities. It features seven exam rooms, in-office labs, and offers point-of-care testing for a streamlined patient experience. With its dedicated professional team, UAB Family Medicine East is on a mission to improve public health efficiently.
Revolutionizing Mental Health Services
The innovative Integrated Behavioral Health Services, affectionately known as iBeMS, is a pivotal addition to UAB’s lineup. iBeMS addresses mental health directly within clinical settings, tackling common conditions like anxiety and depression with a same-day service model.
Through integrating mental health into routine medical care, iBeMS is set to uplift the Birmingham community by providing seamless access to essential psychological care. This program is actively servicing several UAB facilities, ensuring mental well-being is within reach for everyone.
Advancements in Epilepsy Care
The newly inaugurated Epilepsy Monitoring Unit at UAB Rehabilitation Pavilion stands as a beacon of hope for those living with epilepsy. Opened on August 21, this facility more than doubles previous treatment capacities with its 28 available beds.
Recognized as a Level 4 epilepsy center, the unit not only offers comprehensive care but also research opportunities for approximately 54,000 Alabamians dealing with epilepsy, promising ground-breaking insights and advancements.
Mohs Surgery Clinic: Skin Cancer Care at its Best
The addition of the Mohs Surgery Clinic to the UAB Montgomery Regional Campus brings state-of-the-art skin cancer care to central Alabama. Operational since September 9, this clinic eliminates travel barriers for patients needing specialized surgical interventions.
For those in central Alabama, such a facility ensures access to expert treatments closer to home, thus expanding their opportunity for timely, effective skin cancer management.
With each new clinic, UAB Medicine reaffirms its steadfast commitment to democratizing access to exemplary health care. Interested patients can explore the opportunities these facilities present by visiting uabmedicine.org for more details or to schedule an appointment. According to The University of Alabama at Birmingham, this expansion marks a new chapter in Alabama’s health care narrative.
