When you step through the doors of AdventHealth Redmond, you become part of a healthcare system with a rich heritage of compassionate, whole-person care. As a 230-bed acute care facility serving as a tertiary referral center for Northwest Georgia and parts of Alabama, AdventHealth Redmond combines advanced medical capabilities with a deeply rooted mission of extending Christ's healing ministry. The facility joined the AdventHealth network in October 2021 when AdventHealth purchased it from HCA Healthcare for $635 million, demonstrating the organization's significant commitment to expanding its healing mission in this region.
As you walk through the hospital's corridors, you'll notice the perfect blend of cutting-edge technology and faith-based, compassionate care that has defined AdventHealth since its founding. The health system, formally established in 1973 but with roots dating back to 1866, operates on the Seventh-day Adventist principle that true healing encompasses body, mind, and spirit. This philosophy is evident in every aspect of care at AdventHealth Redmond, where you'll work alongside more than 245 physicians covering over 30 medical specialties to deliver comprehensive care that addresses all dimensions of health and wellness.
Under the leadership of CEO Isaac Sendros, NP, and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Dave Tomey, the hospital has established itself as a regional healthcare leader with a strong commitment to both clinical excellence and compassionate care. The facility maintains an impressive 72% bed utilization rate and manages approximately 11,173 discharges annually, reflecting its vital role in meeting the healthcare needs of the community. With a sophisticated case mix index of 1.85—higher than many comparable facilities—AdventHealth Redmond regularly handles complex medical cases while maintaining quality outcomes.
The upcoming cancer center represents AdventHealth's strategic expansion of oncology services in Rome, reflecting the organization's commitment to meeting the healthcare needs of the community. This purpose-built facility, breaking ground soon and scheduled to open in 2026, will provide comprehensive cancer care services including chemotherapy and hematology infusions, in-house laboratory, on-site pharmacy, and a full range of supportive services. The initial infusion center will feature 8 chairs and 2 private rooms, with plans to expand to 20 chairs as the program grows. Future development plans include adding on-site radiation oncology services (pending Certificate of Need approval), creating a truly integrated cancer care experience.
AdventHealth as a system spans 9 states with 55 hospitals on 53 campuses and more than 100,000 team members nationally, making it one of the largest faith-based healthcare providers in the United States. This extensive network provides valuable resources, clinical protocols, and shared expertise that benefit both patients and providers at AdventHealth Redmond. The 2019 rebranding from Adventist Health System to AdventHealth reflected the organization's commitment to becoming a more connected, identifiable national system of care that helps consumers more easily navigate healthcare services.
Working at AdventHealth Redmond means joining an organization guided by five core values: integrity, compassion, excellence, stewardship, and teamwork. These principles infuse every aspect of care delivery and workplace culture, creating an environment where physicians and staff work collaboratively to uphold the highest standards of medical excellence while maintaining a focus on whole-person healing.
The technology infrastructure at AdventHealth Redmond further supports clinical excellence, with the hospital utilizing Epic Systems for its electronic health records—considered the gold standard for clinical documentation and coordination. The facility has earned a "Strong" rating for technology breadth and maintains a robust IT capital budget to ensure access to advanced clinical tools. This foundation allows you to focus on delivering care—not battling inefficiency.
The organization's mission extends beyond traditional medical care to address the broader well-being of its communities. As a faith-based institution, AdventHealth emphasizes not just treatment, but the promotion of wholeness. As an oncologist at the new cancer center, you'll have the opportunity to deliver this integrative model of care, providing hope and healing to patients throughout northwest Georgia.
When you join AdventHealth Redmond, you become part of a legacy of healing that spans more than 150 years, a tradition that continues to evolve through innovation while remaining steadfast in its commitment to compassionate, whole-person care. Here, your expertise won't just treat disease—it will restore wholeness to patients seeking hope and healing in their most vulnerable moments.
