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North Battlefield VA Clinic Now Open, Expanding Veteran Care Access Across South Hampton Roads

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CHESAPEAKE, VA — The North Battlefield Community-Based Outpatient Clinic is a part of the Hampton VA Healthcare System. This two-story facility covers an area of 196,000 square feet and will provide a full spectrum of essential medical services. The clinic is located at 70 Knells Ridge Blvd, Chesapeake, Virginia. (Courtesy photo by W. M. Jordan Company, Kyle LaFerriere Photography)

By Sameria Zavala, Public Affairs Specialist

CHESAPEAKE, VA — The Hampton VA Health Care System marked a major milestone with the opening of the North Battlefield VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC), April 10.

CHESAPEAKE, VA — The Hampton VA Health Care System marked a major milestone with the opening of the North Battlefield VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC), April 10. Now operational, the facility has 240 staff, enrolled 11,981 Veterans and conducted 11,965 patient visits (as of July 31), expanding access to care for Southside communities.

Interim Executive Director of Hampton VA Healthcare System, Michael W. Harper, expressed enthusiasm about this development.

“We are excited about reaching the third and final opening phase of services at our North Battlefield, Chesapeake Outpatient Clinic. This clinic significantly enhances VA’s ability to meet the needs of our ever-growing Veteran population,” he said. “Furthermore, the Clinic expands access to vital healthcare services, ensuring Veterans receive the comprehensive support they deserve.”

As we continue to grow and evolve, our focus remains on delivering high-quality care and improving the healthcare experience for all Veterans.”

Strategically located to help Veterans who previously had to navigate bridges and tunnels for health care, the North Battlefield Clinic brings a full range of VA services closer to where Veterans live.

On Track and Entering Phase 3 of Rollout

Clinic administrators followed a phased approach to ensure safe, high-quality care delivery. As of August 2025, operations remain on track, and the clinic is now entering Phase 3 of its planned service expansion.

  • Phase 1 (by April 2025): Launch of Patient Aligned Care Teams (PACT), mental health services, pharmacy, laboratory, and key support services.
  • Phase 2 (by July 2025): This phase brings additional PACT teams, expanded mental health services, specialty care and audiology online.
  • Phase 3 (by January 2026): This phase also brings additional PACT teams, radiology, a full eye clinic, expanded telehealth offerings and Dental services.

“At North Battlefield Clinic, we are dedicated to meeting the scheduled rollout timeline as we add phase 3 services” said David Kim, North Battlefield acting director. 

“We are pleased to report that we are on schedule with the onboarding of committed staff and the installation of cutting-edge equipment, allowing us to continue delivering exceptional care to Veterans,” he said. “Our team is devoted to enhancing the health and well-being of those who have served our nation, and we eagerly anticipate advancing our mission with steadfast dedication and excellence.”

Appointments began April 17, and the clinic has seen strong patient engagement. Veterans can expect continuous information sharing about the clinic’s new services and accomplishments as they become available.

The clinic is located at 70 Knells Ridge Road, Chesapeake, Virginia. Operating hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. To make an appointment within Hampton VA Healthcare System, please call, toll free 866-544-9961, direct 757-722-9961, or visit [https://www.va.gov/hampton-health-care/make-an-appointment/