Round Rock, Texas-based Ascension Seton Williamson announced a $230 million expansion that will add 160 new beds.
The expansion will include a new six-story medical tower. To staff the new capacity, the hospital plans to add 400 new employees. Additionally, the expansion will add two new operating rooms, according to an Oct. 17 Ascension news release provided to Becker’s.
"As the greater Round Rock area has experienced substantial growth, this expansion will allow us to meet the increased need for medical and surgical services, particularly for cardiovascular, neurology and orthopedic health in our community," said Andrew Gnann, president of Ascension Seton Williamson.