Rainier Valley Medical Center Adds New Surgical Wing

Health officials in Puyallup say the move is meant to keep pace with a fast-growing population and rising demand for local care.

"It's a big step forward for Puyallup, and it wouldn't have happened without a lot of people pulling in the same direction," said Robert Jackson, public health officer.

The expansion is expected to add roughly 43 new positions, including clinical and support staff, and comes as regional population growth pushes demand for care to record levels.

"It took teamwork, but we got there." — Robert Jackson

Patients are encouraged to check with their provider directly for scheduling as the new services come online.