Four things to know:
1. The Medical Society of South Charleston donated $20 million to Roper St. Francis Feb. 22. Physicians spearheaded the donation.
2. Roper St. Francis now has around $50 million from donors and $27 million in government appropriations and grants toward its goal, which will support the 2030 strategic plan by accelerating key initiatives, including the new 320-bed Roper Hospital.
3. The funds will also support the Community Health Center of Excellence and Innovation and expand the health system’s Greater Transitions Clinic in Charleston to a second location.
4. Roper St. Francis aims to close the gap in care disparities across the communities, including for heart health, cancer care and disease prevention.
