WASHINGTON – Fulfilling a commitment to Nevada veterans, Secretary of Veterans Affairs Jim Nicholson today joined the Nevada Congressional delegation and local officials to break ground for a $295-million, full-service medical center in North Las Vegas, near the intersection of Pecos Road and Route 215.
"We look forward to a future of greatly expanded medical care that will meet the needs of Nevada veterans, not just for today, but for generations to come, especially in southern Nevada where we have one of the fastest growing veteran populations in the country," said Secretary Nicholson. “We will provide 21st century health care in a 21st century facility."
The 154-acre site is bounded by Route 215, Pecos Road, Lamb Boulevard and Centennial Parkway. When activated in 2011, the 750,000 square-foot facility will accommodate 90 inpatient beds and a 120-bed extended and skilled care nursing home care unit, an ambulatory care center and a Veterans Benefits Administration office.
Outpatient care will be offered at the new facility and at sites around the city to ensure a geographic balance in access to health care for veterans. VA will also continue to share health care resources with Nellis Air Force Base.
