CMC Announces Plans for New ED at Intersection of Hwy 90 and Hwy 22

Conway Medical Center (CMC), the premier medical and innovation partner of Coastal Carolina University and Horry-Georgetown Technical College, today announced plans to construct a new free-standing emergency department. The CMC Highway 90 Emergency Department will be located at the intersection of SC State Road 22 and 90, marking a significant expansion of CMC’s services to meet the growing healthcare needs of the community.

“As Horry County continues to experience rapid growth, we’re committed to ensuring all residents have access to high-quality emergency care,” said Brian Argo, President and CEO of Conway Medical Center. “The new CMC Highway 90 Emergency Department represents our dedication to delivering the best healthcare possible to our community.”

Key features of the new facility include:
– 12 emergency treatment beds/bays
– State-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment technologies
– 24/7 emergency care
– Projected to serve approximately 17,000 patients in its first year

The CMC Highway 90 Emergency Department is the first phase of a multi-stage campus development plan. Future phases may include additional services, further expanding CMC’s ability to serve the healthcare needs of Horry County’s growing population.

“This new emergency department will not only improve access to care but also create new job opportunities and contribute to the economic growth of our region,” added Argo.

Construction is set to begin once all county approvals have been received, with an anticipated opening in 2026. The project represents an investment of approximately $18 million, underscoring CMC’s commitment to the health and well-being of the community it serves.