University Health is expanding its medical presence in San Antonio with the construction of a new clinic, the Wheatley clinic. Named after African American poet Phillis Wheatley, this three-story, 60,000-square-foot facility will open on the East Side near the Wheatley Sports Complex in early 2026. The clinic will provide primary care, urgent care, pharmacy services and serve as a secondary location for the University Hospital’s Institute for Public Health.
The project received support from Bexar County Commissioners Court, which allocated $40 million from the American Recovery Act Plan to fund the expansion. The goal is to improve access to care by bringing advanced technologies, specialists and health education resources closer to home for families in the area.
University Health has also broken ground on another expansion project called Vida Clinic in December 2023. George B. Hernandez Jr., president and CEO of University Health expressed excitement about the new location and its potential to benefit the community. Precinct 4 County Commissioner Tommy Calvert praised the project for its dedication to improving the health of East Side community and thanked those involved in making it happen.
The Wheatley Clinic and other expansion projects showcase University Health’s commitment to providing quality healthcare services to a growing population in San Antonio. These initiatives aim at increasing access to care and promoting overall wellness in the community.