Kaiser Permanente of Georgia today announced commencement of a major renovation at its Cumberland Medical Office Building. Spanning 91,000 square feet, the new space will transform the facility into a full multi-specialty medical center. 

As part of Kaiser Permanente's Supplier Diversity Program, the $50 million project was awarded to Atlanta-based Leapley Construction, a certified woman-owned business that specializes in commercial projects for healthcare and other markets. The contract is one of the largest Kaiser Permanente has awarded to a woman-owned business and underscores the organization's dedication to supporting diverse, small, local business enterprises. 

“This initiative serves as a part of Kaiser Permanente’s ongoing commitment to provide state-of-the-art facilities and top-quality care to its members,” said Pam Shipley, regional president of Kaiser Permanente Georgia. “By partnering with Leapley Construction, we not only ensure the highest standards of construction but also contribute to the economic health of our communities.” 

The renovation will modernize the facility to better accommodate current and future Kaiser Permanente members, with a focus on expanding medical specialties and services. Key features include:

•              Addition of cardiology, gastroenterology, orthopedics, ophthalmology and optometry services.

•              Enhancement of existing adult medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics, gynecology, dermatology, maternal and child health, weight management and podiatry practices.

•              Renovations to X-ray, ultrasound, mammography and other imaging facilities.

•              Expansion and upgrades to outpatient pharmacy and lab facilities.

Construction commences this month, with completion expected by April 2026. Over the project’s timeline, an estimated 365 jobs will be tied to construction. Kaiser Permanente has placed its highest priority on assuring its members have uninterrupted access to the world-class patient care they have come to expect. 

In Georgia, Kaiser Permanente has 330,000 members in 28 counties in metro Atlanta and four counties near Athens. For more information about Kaiser Permanente of Georgia, visit georgia.kaiserpermanente.org.