Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania — March 2026 — Turner Construction Company has moved into the vertical construction phase of the Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center expansion, marking a major milestone in the $900 million healthcare project.
The Geisinger Wyoming Valley expansion project is set to significantly enhance healthcare capacity and infrastructure in northeastern Pennsylvania.
Major Patient Tower Takes Shape
The development includes an 11-story, 600,000-square-foot patient tower, which is now rising following extensive planning and foundation work.
Once completed, the new facility will:
- Increase hospital capacity from 356 to 500 beds
- Expand operating rooms from 12 to 18
- Deliver a significantly larger emergency department
- Transition toward all private patient rooms
The expansion is designed to bring advanced medical capabilities comparable to major metropolitan healthcare centers.
Strengthening Regional Healthcare Access
Located in Wilkes-Barre, the project aims to address growing demand for healthcare services across northeastern Pennsylvania.
The upgraded infrastructure will improve:
- Patient care delivery
- Emergency response capacity
- Support for healthcare professionals
Economic and Workforce Impact
Beyond healthcare improvements, the project is expected to generate substantial economic benefits:
- Up to 3,800 construction jobs
- Workforce peak of around 450 workers on-site
- Approximately $1 billion in local economic impact
- Creation of 400 permanent jobs upon completion
Timeline and Outlook
The expanded facility is scheduled to open in early 2028, positioning the Geisinger Wyoming Valley expansion project as one of the region’s most significant healthcare investments in recent years.
As construction progresses, the project highlights continued investment in modern, patient-centered healthcare infrastructure across the United States
