Varon Cantrell, MD

Q: Tell us a little bit about yourself.

A:  Born and raised in Indianapolis on the East Side near the State Fair Grounds.  I have a wife of 12 years, 5 children, 8 brothers and sisters and an amazing immediate/extended family.  I love my faith, my family and my friends.  Then, I love being a servant to others.

Q: Why did you become a doctor?

A:  I believe that I was ordained to do this before I was even born.  This was not a “childhood” dream or something that I had planned.  I believe that it is a calling and I have had many mentors, family and peers who have been supportive along this journey which makes it awesome! 

Q: What do you love most about working at West Health Center?

A:  Without the patients, the clinic does not exists.  So, I love the patient, I love the community but most importantly, I love the West Health Team.  The Team is what makes the clinic go.  They are some of the most dedicated and hard working people I have ever met. 

Q: What is one thing you would like people to know about West Health Center?

A:  We are here to serve you and your families.  We are dedicated to the HealthNet Mission  and we are honored to be your new neighbors.

Background: West Health Center
This current 4,500 square foot center offers adult primary care, pediatrics, OB/GYN, behavioral health, lab and support services in an area that has seen a decrease in providers over the years.

Within the first few months of operation, the center is already vastly exceeding visit projects and plans are under way to add a Women’s Health area by renovating the remaining 1,800 square feet to include 5 additional exam rooms and a procedure room.

If you would like to make a donation to the HealthNet West Health Center Expansion Campaign you can pay by phone by calling (317) 957-2018, online using our safe, secure giving options or by check payable to:
HealthNet, Inc.
Attn: Kay Johnson, Vice President of Marketing, Development and Corporate Communications
3403 E. Raymond St.
Indianapolis, IN 46203

Left to right: HealthNet Chief Operating Officer Rick Diaz; HealthNet West Health Center Manager Martha Wedemeyer, RN; HealthNet West Health Center physician Varon Cantrell, MD; HealthNet President/CEO Jimmy Brown; Speedway Chamber President Angela Coe; Speedway Chamber Board Member Jerry Hotseller

In December 2012, a renovated Blockbuster Store at 6029 West 10^th Street became home to HealthNet’s newest health care facility – HealthNet West Health Center. The 4,500 square foot center offers adult primary care, pediatrics, OB/GYN, behavioral health, lab and support services in an area that has seen a decrease in providers over the years.

Within the first few months of operation, the center is already vastly exceeding visit projects and plans are under way to add a Women’s Health area by renovating the remaining 1,800 square feet to include 5 additional exam rooms and a procedure room.

Thanks to the gift from the Speedway Chamber of Commerce, we are closer to making it happen!

If you would like to join us in expanding much needed services to this community, please click here.