<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=4aMI47_1EblBLaQ00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=4aMI47_1EblBLaQ00" width="1763" height="1175" ></figure>A new SSM Health outpatient center on Verona's south side is set to bring expanded access to health care while also serving as a catalyst for future growth and development in one of the city's fastest-growing areas.According to a SSM Health news release, the new 40,000-square-foot SSM Health Outpatient Center - Verona, located at 960 Valley Drive near the intersection of Hwys. 151 and 69, will officially open to patients on Sept. 14.While the center will provide primary care, specialty care, lab and imaging services under one roof, project leaders say its impact extends well beyond health care."The location of this facility was selected with both patient access and community development in mind," said Charlie Tregembo, senior project manager for design and construction at SSM Health. "By establishing a significant health care presence on Verona's south side, we're helping create opportunities for additional investment, services, jobs and amenities that can support the city's continued growth."The development's impact may extend beyond health care. By bringing utility infrastructure to the site, SSM Health has helped establish a foundation that can support future businesses and development projects in the surrounding area.From its earliest planning stages, the Outpatient Center was designed with a dual focus on environmental sustainability and human well-being, reflecting SSM Health's commitment to creating spaces that are both responsible and restorative.Working alongside architecture and design firm Kahler Slater and general contractor JP Cullen, SSM Health incorporated energy-efficient systems, sustainable building materials and operationally efficient layouts throughout the facility. At the same time, the design team emphasized features shown to support comfort, healing and overall wellness for patients, visitors and caregivers."We wanted to create a building that reflects our commitment to responsible stewardship while also providing an exceptional experience for patients and team members," said Tregembo. "Every major decision, from building systems to materials selection, focused on reducing environmental impact, improving operational efficiency and creating a healthy indoor environment."Natural light serves as a defining feature of the center. Expansive bird-safe windows frame views of the surrounding landscape, helping protect local wildlife while reducing reliance on artificial lighting and creating a brighter, more welcoming atmosphere. Open gathering spaces, thoughtfully designed acoustics and connections to nature throughout the building contribute to what project leaders describe as a health-affirming environment.The commitment to wellness extends beyond aesthetics. Clinical services were intentionally arranged to improve collaboration among care teams and create a more seamless experience for patients. Orthopedic and sports medicine services, for example, are located adjacent to rehabilitation services to support coordinated care and greater convenience."We know the physical environment plays an important role in overall well-being," Tregembo said. "This facility was designed to reduce stress, make it easier for patients and visitors to find their destination, and create a positive experience for everyone who enters. Whether you're visiting for care, accompanying a loved one or coming to work each day, the building was designed to help people feel welcomed, comfortable and connected."The result is a light-filled facility where sustainability and wellness work hand in hand, supporting both the health of the community and the long-term stewardship of the environment.<h2>Celebrating Verona through art</h2>The building's commitment to wellness continues in its visual design, with features inspired by the landscapes and outdoor recreation opportunities that define Verona and southern Dane County.The building's colors, materials and finishes reflect the nearby Sugar River Wildlife Area, marshlands and natural environments that contribute to the region's character.Perhaps the most distinctive feature is a series of custom mosaic tile artworks integrated throughout the facility.Rather than serving only a decorative purpose, the mosaics function as wayfinding landmarks to help patients navigate the building. Each installation celebrates outdoor activities enjoyed throughout the Verona area during every season of the year."We wanted the building to feel unmistakably connected to Verona," Tregembo said. "The artwork tells the story of the community and its relationship to the outdoors. Patients can use the installations as visual guides, but they also create moments of discovery and connection throughout the building."Designed with patient convenience in mind, the Outpatient Center will use a self-rooming model that allows patients to proceed directly to their assigned exam room after check-in. Room assignment cards include a hallway color, mosaic icon and room number to make navigation easy. Once patients arrive, their care team is alerted and ready to begin the appointment.As the opening date approaches, SSM Health leaders say the facility represents an investment not only in health care, but also in the future of Verona."Verona continues to grow and evolve, and we're proud to be part of that story," Tregembo said. "This center reflects the community's energy, its appreciation for the natural environment and its commitment to creating a healthy future for generations to come."</div></body>

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