Facility Overview

The Union Hospital Cath Lab Parking lot is a dedicated on-campus surface parking facility located at 1606 N 7th Street in Terre Haute, Indiana. Situated within the primary medical campus of Union Health, this open-air surface lot is specifically situated to provide convenient, rapid access for patients, family members, and medical personnel visiting the cardiac catheterization laboratories, cardiovascular clinics, and affiliated specialized outpatient wings. Because the facility is an expansive, open-air lot, there are no low ceiling clearance restrictions or vertical overhead barriers, making it an excellent choice for full-size pickup trucks, oversized SUVs, passenger vans, and wheelchair-accessible handicap conversion vans.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Positioned along North 7th Street in central Terre Haute, the parking area serves as an essential gateway to the entire Union Hospital complex and the surrounding neighborhoods. Beyond immediate medical and diagnostic appointments at the Union Heart and Vascular Institute, several local landmarks and educational hubs are nearby:

• Indiana State University (ISU) Campus: Located approximately 1 mile to the south, home to the Hulman Center arena and university academic buildings.
• 12 Points Historic District: Just blocks north along Lafayette and Maple Avenue, featuring historic storefronts, local cafes, and community revitalization spots.
• Downtown Terre Haute: Roughly 1.5 miles south, providing access to cultural destinations such as the Swope Art Museum, Terre Haute Children\'s Museum, and Vigo County Historical Museum.
• Fairbanks Park & Wabash River: Situated approximately 2 miles southwest, offering scenic riverfront trails, recreation facilities, and seasonal festivals.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Navigating to the Cath Lab parking area is straightforward for regional motorists. The facility connects seamlessly to major regional thoroughfares including US Highway 41 (North 3rd Street) located just four blocks to the west, as well as State Road 63. Drivers traveling from Interstate 70 can take US-41 North directly toward 7th Street and 8th Avenue. Ingress and egress points feature clearly marked curb cuts along North 7th Street and adjacent hospital circulation drives, minimizing delays during shift changeovers or morning patient check-in hours. Public transit connectivity is provided by the Terre Haute City Bus transit routes operating along North 7th and 8th Streets, giving visitors direct transit alternatives into downtown Terre Haute.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

• Complimentary Campus Parking: Free open-air surface parking provided specifically for hospital patients, catheterization lab visitors, and immediate families.
• ADA Accessible Stalls: Designated accessible parking spaces located adjacent to paved, barrier-free curb ramps and hospital entrance doors.
• Open-Air Headroom: Zero overhead height limitations, accommodating lifted vehicles, cargo vans, and specialized medical transit vans.
• Hospital Security & Safety: Round-the-clock Union Hospital security surveillance, illuminated light poles, and emergency call box systems throughout the campus grounds.
• Paved Walkways: Smooth sidewalks and covered drop-off canopies near major facility entrances for patient comfort in inclement weather.

Ideal For

• Cardiac Patients & Visitors: Immediate access for scheduled catheterization procedures, cardiovascular consultations, and post-procedure discharge.
• Outpatient Caregivers: Families and support escorts requiring convenient, stress-free vehicle placement near clinical entryways.
• Medical Visitors & Vendors: Convenient access for healthcare professionals, clinical contractors, and authorized hospital guests.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Patients scheduled for early morning cardiac procedures are advised to enter via North 7th Street and look for designated patient and visitor signage to secure the spaces closest to the Cath Lab entrance. While parking on the Union Hospital campus is complimentary, prime front-row stalls can fill during peak morning outpatient arrival windows between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. If accompanying a patient who requires mobility assistance, use the hospital’s covered main drive-up entrance circle to assist them out of the vehicle before parking. Drivers operating oversized commercial or conversion vehicles will find ample maneuvering room throughout the surface rows.