Tampa General to build medical facility at Babcock Ranch

Tampa General Hospital will build an urgent care facility in Babcock Ranch, the solar-powered development in Lee and Charlotte counties.

The hospital group announced Thursday that the 6,500-square-foot facility will be in the Shoppes at Yellow Pine, a retail center under construction in the community.

The new clinic will be open seven days a week and will treat common illnesses and injuries, according to a statement. Other services will include school and sports physicals and X-rays as well as testing for infectious conditions including COVID-19 and the flu. Occupational health services will also be available and include pre-employment screenings, employment physicals, workers’ compensation injuries and vaccinations.