Sanford Health
SIOUX FALLS, SD and MARSHFIELD, WI (WSAU) — Sanford Health System and Marshfield Clinic Health System have officially merged, according to a joint news release.
“Today’s historic milestone paves the way for us to advance world-class care across the rural Midwest and accelerate vital investments in the communities we have the privilege of serving,” said Bill Gassen, President and CEO of Sanford Health. “Together, we will reimagine the future of local, patient-centered nonprofit health care by expanding services, enhancing access, and harnessing innovative technologies to improve the health of our communities. We are thrilled to welcome 13,000 new employees from Marshfield Clinic Health System to our Sanford family and look forward to embracing all of the new possibilities that lie ahead.”
The merger extends the Sanford Health footprint from Wyoming to Wisconsin and the Upper Penisula of Michigan. The organization includes nearly 56,000 employees, 56 hospitals, 4,500 providers, two fully integrated health plans, specialty pharmacies, and nationally recognized research institutions.
Marshfield Clinic will continue operating as a regional arm of Sanford Health with its own President and CEO. Dr. Brian Hoerneman will step into that role. Three representatives of Marshfield Clinic have also been appointed to the Sanford Health Board of Trustees.
“Our partnership brings together two organizations deeply committed to advancing health care for the people and communities we serve in rural America,” said Hoerneman, M.D., who previously served as interim CEO of Marshfield Clinic Health System. “I am excited about the opportunities ahead as our teams learn from each other and combine our complementary strengths, cultures and missions. Together, we will build on our shared legacy, creating a future where every person, regardless of zip code, has access to the best possible care.”
Marshfield Clinic patients will see no immediate change to their care other than the name- Marshfield Clinic region of Sanford Health.
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