Piedmont Cartersville celebrates opening of new MRI system with ribbon cutting

Cartersville, Ga. (June 17, 2026) - Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center marked a significant milestone in expanding advanced imaging services with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday for its new MRI system located at The Hope Center.

The event brought together hospital leaders, GE Healthcare Imaging leaders, staff and community partners to celebrate the addition of the new technology.

The new MRI system represents an investment in advanced diagnostic capabilities, allowing clinicians to deliver high-quality imaging with improved efficiency and a more comfortable patient experience. The addition underscores Piedmont Cartersville’s ongoing commitment to enhancing care and access for patients across Bartow County and the surrounding region.

“This new MRI system is another important step forward in ensuring our community has access to the latest diagnostic technology close to home,” said Lori Rakes, CEO of Piedmont Cartersville. “At Piedmont Cartersville, we are committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care, and investments like this help us continue to elevate both the quality and experience of care for those we serve.”

The MRI system will support physicians across multiple specialties by providing detailed imaging to aid in diagnosis and treatment planning. Hospital leaders say the addition will help meet growing demand for imaging services while reinforcing Piedmont’s focus on innovation, quality and compassionate care.

The ribbon cutting reflects Piedmont Cartersville’s broader mission to bring advanced healthcare services to the community while ensuring patients receive timely, convenient and high-quality care close to where they live and work.