Piedmont. Real Change Lives Here.

Piedmont is empowering Georgians by changing health care. We continue to fuel Georgia’s growth through safe, high-quality care close to home through an integrated health care system that provides a hassle-free, unified experience. We are a private, not-for-profit organization that for centuries has lived up to our purpose to make a positive difference in every life we touch in the communities we serve.

Across our 1,600 physical locations we care for 3.7 million patients and serve communities that comprise 80 percent of Georgia’s population. This includes 23 hospitals, 65 Piedmont Urgent Care centers, 25 QuickCare locations, 1,875 Piedmont Clinic physician practices and nearly 3,100 Piedmont Clinic members. Our patients conveniently engage with Piedmont online, as they scheduled more than 515,000 online appointments and over 154,000 virtual visits.

With more than 44,000 care givers we are the largest Georgia-based employer of Georgians, who all came for the job, but stayed for the people. In 2023, Piedmont has earned recognition from Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity and also as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Women. In 2022, Forbes ranked Piedmont on its list of the Best Large Employers in the United States. In addition, Piedmont provided nearly $360 million in Community Benefit in Fiscal Year 2022, including approximately $310 million in uncompensated care.

Over a Century of Service

In 1905, Dr. Ludwig Amster and Dr. Floyd Willcox McRae founded Piedmont Hospital and were considered "ahead of their time." Since its beginnings, Piedmont Hospital has been a pioneer in patient care, fulfilling the health needs of our neighbors in Atlanta and the surrounding communities. 

To learn more about Piedmont Healthcare and our historic moments, browse our timeline below. At Piedmont Healthcare, we've been honored to serve the Atlanta community for more than 100 years, and we thank the gracious families who have entrusted us with their care throughout the generations.

Our Purpose, Our Promise

To make a positive difference in every life we touch.

For more than a century, Piedmont has been caring for patients, and caring about them. We've earned our reputation by treating patients and their loved ones the way we'd want to be treated. By listening and genuinely hearing. By alleviating pain by also alleviating fear. It's what separates us from any other healthcare organization out there.

The Promise defines our belief that every person who walks into a Piedmont Healthcare facility should be cared for in a genuine, respectful and heartfelt way, and treated by some of the world's best doctors using the latest medical technology.

creating a destination known for the best clinicians and a one-of-a-kind experience that always puts patients first. Champion Patient-Centered Care We consistently deliver the highest quality, safest and patient-centered care and services, known as “The Piedmont Way.” This includes maintaining the highest ethical standards and treating our patients, their families and each other with compassion, courtesy, transparency and respect to create a one-of-a-kind experience we would want for ourselves. Exemplify Teamwork & Connections We embrace diverse ideas, perspectives and skills to create a collaborative workplace where the best talent wants to work and succeed. Be an Owner We demonstrate a deep commitment to our patients and communities by being good stewards of Piedmont’s resources and accepting personal accountability in all we do. Embrace the Future We welcome change, encourage innovation, and continually seek better ways to achieve our goals, strengthen patient care and services, and improve upon Piedmont’s brand and reputation.

Our Culture

Our Culture & Values

Our culture is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive; encouraging accountability. Demonstrating our values in all that we do not only supports our team, but results in improved patient outcomes; paving the way for the next generation of healthcare.

Offering a one-of-a-kind patient experience begins with our team, so we utilize clear metrics to drive and measure employee experience.