Huntington, W.Va.-based Marshall Health Network and the Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine at Marshall University have launched a 38-foot mobile medical unit to expand care across the system’s 40-county service area.
The “Marco” unit debuted Nov. 10 and houses two fully equipped exam rooms, a blood draw station and waiting area, as well as telehealth capabilities, according to a news release. It will provide services such as cardiology, women’s health, cancer screenings, occupational medicine, orthopedics, pediatrics and trauma-informed child advocacy.
Leaders said the unit is designed to fill gaps in care based on local needs and input, and to address transportation barriers to improve early detection and chronic disease management in rural areas. The unit will also serve as a training site for resident physicians, fellows and students.
