Carter Validus Mission Critical REIT, Inc. (“we”, “us,” “our,” or the “Company”) announced today that an affiliate of the University of Texas Medical Branch (“UTMB”) has entered into a non-binding letter of intent to lease the Bay Area Regional Medical Center property in Webster, Texas.

Michael Seton, Chief Executive Officer and President of the Company, stated, “We are excited to be able to have the opportunity to be part of UTMB’s presence in the Webster, Texas market and look forward to a strong relationship with such a well-regarded and world class healthcare system.”

About Carter Validus Mission Critical REIT, Inc.

Carter Validus Mission Critical REIT, Inc. currently qualifies as a real estate investment trust and invests in mission critical real estate assets located throughout the United States. Mission critical real estate assets are purpose-built facilities designed to support the most essential operations of tenants.

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Carter Validus Mission Critical REIT, Inc.Cindy Etheredge, 813-316-4323Marketing Director, Carter Validuscetheredge@cvreit.com