This week, Ascension St. Vincent’s announced that it is expanding primary care services across St. Johns County, with three new clinic locations in Aberdeen, Nocatee and Fruit Cove.
The expansion comes as St. Johns County experiences rapid population growth. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county’s population grew by nearly 27% between 2020 and 2025, driving an increased need for primary medical care.
The project also addresses wider state and local health priorities. Physician workforce reporting from the Florida Department of Health shows that 66 of Florida’s 67 counties face primary care shortages in at least some areas…