Key Highlights
- Top 15 not-for-profit health systems in the U.S.
- Increased access to high-quality, affordable care
- Enhanced clinical research and health plan offerings
- Focus on addressing health inequities in urban and rural communities
- Expected completion later this summer
Source: PR Newswire
Notable Quotes
- “Through our integrated operating model, the combined organization will provide the communities we serve with access to the highest quality care, the benefits of continuous research and innovation, a network of specialists, clinical trials, and so much more,” – Joseph G. Cacchione, MD, Chief Executive Officer at Jefferson
- “We could not be more excited about what lies ahead for communities across Eastern Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey,” – Brian A. Nester, DO, MBA, President and Chief Executive Officer at Lehigh Valley Health Network
SoHC's Take
The combination of Jefferson and Lehigh Valley Health Network marks a significant advancement in the U.S. healthcare landscape. This merger is poised to create a formidable integrated academic health system, ranking among the top 15 not-for-profit health systems nationwide. The unified system aims to enhance patient access to high-quality and affordable care, bolster clinical research, and expand health plan offerings, particularly addressing health disparities in both urban and rural areas of Eastern Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey. This strategic alliance not only strengthens financial stability but also fosters innovation, promising improved patient outcomes and advanced educational opportunities for healthcare professionals.
