VILLA RICA, Ga. — Tanner Health System officials broke ground this week on a major expansion project at Tanner Medical Center/Villa Rica, marking a significant investment in health care access for west Georgia residents.
The groundbreaking ceremony was held at the Villa Rica campus, where hospital leaders, local elected officials and community members gathered to mark the start of construction. The expansion is designed to increase capacity and enhance services at the facility, which serves patients in Carroll, Douglas and surrounding counties.
According to Tanner Health System, the project will add space and resources to accommodate continued population growth in the Villa Rica area. Hospital officials said the expansion is intended to improve patient flow, reduce wait times and support additional medical services as demand for care rises.
Tanner Medical Center/Villa Rica, located just off Interstate 20, has experienced steady growth since opening. Health system leaders said the latest expansion reflects long-term planning aimed at meeting the needs of a rapidly developing corridor between Atlanta and west Georgia.
During the ceremony, Tanner executives emphasized the importance of expanding local access to care so residents can receive treatment closer to home rather than traveling outside the community. The project is expected to create construction-related jobs during the building phase and may lead to additional medical and support positions once completed.
Villa Rica city officials welcomed the investment, noting that health care infrastructure plays a critical role in economic development. Access to expanded hospital services can attract new residents and businesses, they said, while strengthening quality of life for existing families.
Construction timelines and specific completion dates are expected to be announced as the project moves forward. Tanner leaders said they will provide updates as milestones are reached.
The expansion at Tanner Medical Center/Villa Rica represents one of the health system’s latest efforts to grow alongside the communities it serves, reinforcing its presence as a regional health care provider in west Georgia.
