When you join Wellstar Medical Group, you become part of one of the largest and most respected not-for-profit health systems in the Southeastern United States. Headquartered in Marietta, Georgia, Wellstar has built its reputation on a simple but powerful philosophy they call "PeopleCare"—the belief that every patient deserves personalized attention that helps them spend more time being a person rather than a patient. This mission-driven approach permeates everything from clinical protocols to workplace culture, creating an environment where physicians find genuine alignment between their personal values and organizational priorities.
Wellstar's scale provides the resources and infrastructure that enable clinical excellence while maintaining the community focus that makes primary care meaningful. The system operates 11 hospitals with 2,729 licensed beds, more than 329 medical office locations, 11 cancer centers, 91 rehabilitation centers, 35 imaging centers, 20 urgent care locations, five health parks, three hospice facilities, and two retirement villages. This comprehensive network spans multiple Georgia counties, ensuring that patients can access coordinated care close to home while benefiting from the system's collective expertise and specialized services.
Wellstar's history is marked by pioneering achievements that reflect its commitment to advancing healthcare. The system performed the nation's first laparoscopic gallbladder removal at Kennestone Regional Medical Center in 1988—a breakthrough that transformed surgical care worldwide. More recently, Wellstar launched Catalyst by Wellstar, a first-of-its-kind global digital health and innovation center that positions the organization at the forefront of healthcare transformation. The system has invested in advanced electronic medical records with artificial intelligence technology for early warning detection and predictive analytics, demonstrating its commitment to leveraging technology for better patient outcomes.
As a member of the prestigious Mayo Clinic Care Network, Wellstar physicians have access to Mayo Clinic's expertise, resources, and second opinions for complex cases—bringing world-class consultation to your patients without requiring them to travel. This affiliation reflects Wellstar's standing among the nation's leading health systems and provides you with collegial connections that extend far beyond Georgia's borders.
Wellstar's commitment to excellence has earned recognition from the nation's most respected healthcare quality organizations. The system has been named to Fortune magazine's 100 Best Companies to Work For list six times—a testament to its dedication to physician and team member well-being. Newsweek has recognized Wellstar as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity, reflecting the inclusive culture that welcomes physicians from all backgrounds.
Clinical quality accolades span the organization. Wellstar Douglas Medical Center—the facility serving your Villa Rica practice area—received the prestigious 2025 Georgia Oglethorpe Award, the highest recognition for organizational performance excellence in the state. It was the first business in Douglas County to receive this honor. Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center holds the Comprehensive Cardiac Care Certification from The Joint Commission and American Heart Association—the highest distinction awarded—and was the first in Georgia to receive this certification. Multiple Wellstar hospitals have earned Magnet Recognition for nursing excellence, Leapfrog "A" safety ratings, and designations as Level I and Level II Trauma Centers.
Wellstar's guiding principles create a framework for the care you will provide and the culture you will experience:
These are not merely words on a wall. Wellstar demonstrates its mission through action, providing more than $1 billion annually in charity care and community benefits—ranking as the second highest provider of charity care in the nation according to Modern Healthcare. The system thoughtfully reinvests 100% of every dollar into initiatives that create healthier communities, from prevention and wellness programs to access initiatives for underserved populations.
Within this larger system, Wellstar Medical Group serves as the physician practice arm, employing over 2,076 physicians across virtually every specialty. The group operates with a collaborative model that values physician input while providing the administrative infrastructure, billing support, and practice management resources that allow you to focus on patient care. Claims analytics show a diversified payer mix with strong commercial insurance representation, ensuring practice financial stability.
Your Villa Rica clinic represents Wellstar's continued investment in expanding primary care access throughout metropolitan Atlanta's growing western corridor. The brand-new facility, modern equipment, and robust support staffing reflect the organization's commitment to setting physicians up for success. You will practice with the autonomy of a community physician while benefiting from the resources, referral networks, and career development opportunities of a major health system.
Joining Wellstar means becoming part of an organization that has earned its reputation through decades of community service, clinical innovation, and genuine care for both patients and team members. Here, you will find not just a job, but a professional home aligned with the values that drew you to medicine.