MUSC Health and Clemson University break ground on comprehensive health care facility that will elevate student wellness and care delivery

New complex slated to open in Fall 2027
Individuals in suits dig shovels into sand for a ceremonial groundbreaking Individuals in suits dig shovels into sand for a ceremonial groundbreaking
Officials broke ground on a state-of-the-art medical facility on Friday, Feb. 6.
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A state-of-the-art medical facility will open on Clemson University’s main campus in Fall 2027. Leaders from MUSC Health and Clemson joined together on Friday, Feb. 6, for the new facility’s ceremonial groundbreaking.

MUSC Health is partnering with Clemson University to deliver the highest-quality student health and wellness experience, providing the Clemson campus community with on-campus access to comprehensive health care.

“MUSC Health’s partnership with Clemson University brings together two institutions committed to elevating the student experience and strengthening community well-being,” said David J. Cole, M.D., FACS, president of the Medical University of South Carolina. “This new facility reflects our shared vision to deliver an exceptional care experience and lays the groundwork for future innovations together.”

The facility will replace Redfern Health Center, built in 1969, and will expand Clemson University’s current medical, counseling and psychological services to include advanced imaging, a human performance research center and an ambulatory surgery center. The new facility will provide a comprehensive approach to health and well-being while advancing academic and research relationships between MUSC Health and Clemson University.

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Interim Clemson President Bob Jones delivers remarks during the ceremonial groundbreaking.

“Today is a very exciting day for Clemson University and for the state of South Carolina, as two of our state’s major research institutions, along with industry partners, join together in providing a state-of-the-art facility to better support our community’s health and well-being,” said Clemson University Interim President Bob Jones.

Student health and medical services available in the facility will be operated by MUSC Health, building on the strong foundation of Clemson’s Student Health Services, which is accredited by The Joint Commission for high-quality patient care. Prisma Health will also have a presence within the facility, expanding access to care and services available on campus.

Planned medical facility features include:

  • A 90,000-square-foot building designed to support patient-centered, advanced clinical care and enhanced operational efficiency.
  • Increased dedicated space for student health and wellness, including a pharmacy, lab, radiology, allergy/immunization clinic, counseling/psychological services and telehealth.
  • Advanced imaging capabilities.
  • Employee and occupational health access.
  • A sports medicine and ambulatory surgery center operated by Prisma Health Blue Ridge Orthopedics.
  • A human performance research center.

Once completed, the three-story complex will feature the combined strengths of the No. 1 comprehensive academic health system and No. 1 academic institution in the state of South Carolina – positioning MUSC Health and Clemson University at the forefront of innovative health care and well-being services.

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