Timeline at a Glance
Groundbreaking: November 5, 2025
Construction Start: Winter 2025/2026
Anticipated Completion: Fall/Winter 2026
Funding Support: This project is made possible in part by a $2 million award from the Non-State Infrastructure Grant Program
Project Details
Main Expansion: 3,532 sq. ft. shell space
MRI Suite: 1,240 sq. ft.
Lower Level Shell: 4,481 sq. ft.
Project Partners
We’re proud to collaborate with trusted local and regional partners who share our commitment to quality, safety, and community growth.
As an independent healthcare organization, Vernon Health remains deeply committed to meeting the needs of our community with care that’s close to home. This new building expansion and in-house MRI suite will strengthen that commitment by bringing advanced technology, improved access, and enhanced patient care to our region.
This project reflects our ongoing promise to grow alongside our community and invest in the future of local healthcare.
Expanding Access. Advancing Care.
Vernon Health is growing to better serve you. Our upcoming Building Expansion and MRI Suite Project marks an exciting step forward in bringing advanced diagnostic imaging and enhanced patient spaces to our community.
Our new MRI suite and expanded facilities represent more than bricks and mortar. They are an investment in the people we serve every day. With this project, we are ensuring that every patient has access to advanced care, close to home.
Community Benefits
Local Access to Care: Advanced MRI imaging available right here in Vernon County, eliminating the need for long-distance travel
Faster Diagnoses: Quicker results help patients and families get answers and begin treatment sooner
Enhanced Experience: Updated, patient-centered spaces designed for comfort, efficiency, and ease of care
Supporting Our Local Economy
Partnering with local contractors to help create jobs
Strengthening the regional economy through local investment
Reinforcing Vernon Health’s role as a cornerstone of rural healthcare for generations to come
We are excited to share updates as the project moves forward. Check back often for photos, videos, and construction milestones as we work toward completion in 2026.
Timeline Highlights
November 2025: Groundbreaking Ceremony
Spring 2026: Construction progress update
Summer 2026: MRI equipment installation
Fall/Winter 2026: Project completion and patient care begins
Construction Update:
Increased Noise Expected Starting the week of December 9, we will begin detaching the existing building from the main hospital as part of our ongoing expansion project. During this phase, you may notice increased noise activity on our main campus. We anticipate this portion of the work will take approximately one week to complete. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we continue to improve our facilities. We apologize for any inconvenience caused during this time.
Vernon Health Building Expansion Groundbreaking Ceremony
