Atrium Health Floyd is a non‑profit acute‑care hospital located in Rome, Georgia, United States. The facility was formerly known as Floyd Medical Center and became part of the Atrium Health network after its acquisition in 2022. Atrium Health, headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, operates a regional system of hospitals, clinics, and specialty care centers across the southeastern United States.
History
Floyd Medical Center was founded in 1954 to serve the health‑care needs of Floyd County and the surrounding region. Over subsequent decades, the hospital expanded its services and facilities, adding inpatient units, surgical suites, and a Level III trauma emergency department. In 2022, Atrium Health announced the acquisition of Floyd Medical Center, after which the institution was rebranded as Atrium Health Floyd. The transition integrated the hospital into Atrium Health’s broader clinical network, aligning it with systemwide standards for quality, safety, and electronic health‑record interoperability.
Facilities and Services
Atrium Health Floyd provides a range of inpatient and outpatient services, including:
- General medical–surgical care
- Emergency department services with Level III trauma capabilities
- Diagnostic imaging (radiology, CT, MRI)
- Laboratory and pathology services
- Cardiology and cardiac catheterization
- Orthopedic surgery and joint replacement
- Obstetrics and women's health
- Behavioral health services
The hospital maintains a staffed intensive care unit (ICU) and a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). It also offers community health programs, such as preventive screenings, chronic disease management, and health education initiatives.
Affiliations and Accreditation
As a member of Atrium Health, Atrium Health Floyd participates in the system’s integrated care pathways, telehealth services, and shared clinical protocols. The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and adheres to state and federal regulatory standards governing health‑care delivery.
Community Role
Atrium Health Floyd serves as a primary health‑care provider for Rome, Georgia, and the broader Floyd County area, a region with a population of approximately 100,000 residents. The hospital is a significant employer in the locality and contributes to regional health‑care access through partnerships with local clinics and physician practices.
References
- Atrium Health press releases announcing the acquisition of Floyd Medical Center (2022).
- Historical records of Floyd Medical Center establishment and development.
- The Joint Commission accreditation database.