DuBois, Pennsylvania, May 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Representatives from Penn Highlands Healthcare were joined by government and community leaders as well as the architect and general contractor to break ground for a new $70 million technologically advanced hospital and medical office building in State College.

“This is an exciting day for Penn Highlands Healthcare and the State College community,” said Steven M. Fontaine, CEO of Penn Highlands Healthcare. “Although there are eight hospitals in our health system, this marks the first one that we are designing and building to our specifications.”

According to Mr. Fontaine, the new state-of-the-art hospital, which will be named Penn Highlands State College, will provide the same level of skilled and compassionate care offered by the other hospitals in the Penn Highlands Healthcare system. The Medical Office Building will be located adjacent to the hospital to provide convenient outpatient services for the entire family.
Penn Highlands State College will offer:

Patient-centric design and atmosphere.
One of the most technologically advanced hospitals in the region.
Innovative therapies for advanced care.
Outstanding amenities for convenience and comfort.
World-class Emergency Department with 10 private treatment rooms and a trauma room for prompt assessment and expert care.
State-of-the art Surgical Department with three high-tech operating suites and an Endoscopy Procedure Room
18 modern, private inpatient rooms
Medical Imaging Department that utilizes the latest technology for the sharpest images
Pulmonary Function Lab for expert screening, diagnosis and treatment.


State College Medical Office Building

A QCare Walk-in Clinic providing expert care for infants to seniors.
Penn Highlands Hahne Cancer Center
Cutting-edge technology with a personalized approach.
Nationally respected oncologists.
Multidisciplinary care including advanced medical oncology/infusion services.
State-of-the art radiation services.
Technologically advanced linear accelerator for precision accuracy.
Skilled and compassionate family medicine, pediatric and specialty care physicians.
Life’s Journey OB/GYN Services providing care for every stage of a woman’s life.
Women’s Medical Imaging staffed by professionals who understand a woman’s special needs.
Penn Highlands Lung Center providing advanced screenings, diagnostics and treatments.
Penn Highlands Heart Center offering specialized heart care close to home.

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