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New ER to Serve Growing Pender County | Wilmington News
Novant Health is set to open a new 24/7 freestanding emergency department in Hampstead, NC, at the corner of US-17 and Hwy 210, to meet rising demand from Pender County’s booming population—projected to hit 75,000 by 2030. The facility will offer eight ER bays, two observation beds, and imaging services, cutting down travel time for residents in northern and northeastern Pender County. While local leaders hail it as a vital step forward, critics warn that freestanding ERs may drive up costs and suggest primary care needs more attention. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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