Health Care Partners of South Carolina (HCPSC)
Health Care Partners of South Carolina (HCPSC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare services regardless of a patient’s ability to pay. Established in 1978, HCPSC consolidates various medical services in a centralized facility to improve access and efficiency for the community. They offer primary care, behavioral health, pediatrics, diabetes management, substance abuse disorder treatments, dental, pharmaceutical, and women’s health services. With ongoing expansions, including new health centers like the recent facility in Conway, SC, HCPSC aims to serve underserved populations across Horry, Florence, and Marion counties, creating numerous employment opportunities and stimulating local economic growth.
News Summary
A groundbreaking ceremony was held for a new health center in Conway, SC, as part of an $18 million investment to centralize healthcare services. Expected to be completed by fall 2026, this facility will house various health services and create over 100 jobs. With the goal of doubling their patient base, HCPSC aims to enhance healthcare access in the region, benefiting the local community economically and socially.
Conway, SC
A new health center in Conway, South Carolina, has officially broken ground as part of an $18 million investment aimed at consolidating health care services for the region. The facility, which will occupy a 5,500-square-foot space at 1500 Fourth Avenue, is being developed by Health Care Partners of South Carolina (HCPSC) and is expected to be completed by the fall of 2026.
The groundbreaking ceremony took place on May 16, 2025, following the demolition of an abandoned strip mall that previously occupied the site. Approximately 75 attendees, including local officials and community members, were present to celebrate the start of construction on this significant project.
Expanded Services and Employment Opportunities
The new health center aims to bring together various health services under one roof, which will include primary care, behavioral health, pediatrics, diabetes care, substance abuse disorder services, dental, and pharmaceutical services. In addition, the facility will incorporate women’s health services to address the specific needs of female patients.
This centralization of health services is projected to create over 100 jobs, allowing HCPSC to add at least 10 additional providers and support staff, which in turn will enhance their capacity to serve patients. The organization anticipates that the current patient base of approximately 16,000 will nearly double to around 30,000 with the opening of the new center.
Community Impact and Accessibility
HCPSC is a nonprofit organization that has provided high-quality care regardless of a patient’s ability to pay since 1978. The new facility is expected to increase access to health care services for residents across Horry, Florence, and Marion counties. The center will also be conveniently located near the Coast RTA’s Conway bus terminal on Third Avenue, promoting accessibility through public transportation.
Local officials are optimistic about the economic benefits the health center will bring. Conway City Administrator Adam Emrick highlighted that the new center will not only improve health care access but also stimulate economic activity and growth in downtown Conway. There are expectations that this project will encourage further development in the surrounding business area.
Future Goals and Commitments
HCPSC’s CEO noted that the new center aims to expand their capabilities significantly, which will enable them to provide comprehensive care for individuals in the region effectively. The organization currently operates additional offices in Marion and Johnsonville and utilizes mobile units to offer medical, dental, and eye care services in rural areas.
State Senator Kent Williams commended HCPSC for its ongoing commitment to serving underserved and under-insured communities, emphasizing the significant role that the new health center will play in meeting the healthcare needs of a larger, more diverse patient population.
As construction progresses, Mashburn Construction of Myrtle Beach has been contracted as the general contractor for the project, with a shared goal of fostering better communities through the development of this health facility.
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Additional Resources
- WMBF News
- Wikipedia: Conway, South Carolina
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- Google Search: health care in Conway South Carolina
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- Google News: Conway health center
