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Outer Banks Health has announced plans to expand the building that houses Outer Banks Family Medicine – Manteo on Roanoke Island.

In an Outer Banks Health press release issued Monday, March 20, 2023, it was stated that the Outer Banks Health Board of Directors approved $5 million in support of the project at its meeting held February 24.

“Outer Banks Health recently closed on the purchase of the property formerly owned by Dr. Walter and Barbara Holton of Manteo,” stated the release. “A site plan that includes improvements to the current structure and a 2600 square foot addition will soon go through the Dare County planning process in preparation for construction. Once completed, the 6300 square foot building will have capacity to grow along with the future needs of the community.”

Additional information about the expansion – such as staffing, services and what the site plan looks like – is not available at this time, however Outer Banks Health has indicated such information will be shared as plans are finalized.

“The project at Manteo Family Medicine represents our commitment to provide the highest quality healthcare services. Improvements are also on-going at the hospital where we are installing a new MRI, Nuclear Medicine Camera, and Digital X-ray as well as expanding our Laboratory and Outpatient Cardiology Diagnostic areas. In addition, construction of the Cowell Cancer Center continues,” stated Ronnie Sloan, president of Outer Banks Health. “We appreciate the support of our community, our Board of Directors, Development Council and Donors. This strong and loyal support combined with the expertise of our leaders and team members is what enables us to continue to grow and meet the needs of the community.”

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