Hendrick Health announced on Mar. 9 the opening of the Hendrick Gastroenterology Center, a new facility located at 1750 Pine Street in Abilene, Texas. The center is designed to provide both gastroenterology clinic visits and endoscopy procedures in one location, aiming to streamline care for patients and medical teams.
The new center features a 23,493-square-foot space with 21 exam rooms, four procedure rooms, medication management services, and dedicated pre-op and recovery areas. Advanced gastroenterologists Drs. Steven Smith, Sam Davis, and Patrick Ramirez will move their practice to this site and begin seeing patients starting Monday. Dr. Sandip Mathur will continue performing procedures at Hendrick Medical Center South.
Renovations began in November 2024 on the original office building, expanding it by more than 11,000 square feet. This development reflects Hendrick Health’s ongoing efforts to improve access to high-quality healthcare throughout West Central Texas.
Susan Wade, vice president and Abilene market chief operating officer for Hendrick Health, said: “This new center offers patients the convenience of seeing their gastroenterologist for office visits and having their endoscopy procedures performed in the same location. By bringing both services together under one roof, we are enhancing continuity of care and improving the overall patient experience.”
The opening coincides with National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March. According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer-related deaths among adults younger than 50 and remains the second-leading cause overall. In 2026 alone, about 158,850 people are expected to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer nationwide.
Wade said: “Those statistics highlight the importance of testing, early detection and treatment. Hendrick Gastroenterology Center will offer these comprehensive services to help address and manage colorectal cancer and other digestive health concerns in our community.”
The launch of this facility marks a step forward for local healthcare options as providers focus on early detection and integrated treatment for digestive diseases.
