PRESS RELEASE — Lakeland Regional Health Finalizes Purchase of Bartow Property

Lakeland, FL – Lakeland Regional Health has just completed the purchase of 100 acres of land on US Highway 98, south of County Road 540A.

“We are pleased to make this investment in community health,” said Elaine C. Thompson, PhD, FACHE, Lakeland Regional Health President and CEO. “Our new Lakeland Regional Health South Campus will allow us to offer patients the exceptional care they already know from us, conveniently close to home.”

Plans for use of the $7.5 million property are being collaboratively developed by Lakeland Regional Health leadership, its Board of Directors, patients and community members. Potential development includes a free-standing emergency department, satellite cancer services and physician offices.

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