Berger’s board and leadership team will spend the next several months evaluating the benefits of a possible partnership, which could reduce operating costs, improve efficiencies and offer additional clinical services, according to a news release. During the first phase of exploration, the health system plans to remain independent while pursuing strategic business opportunities with one partner.
“Ensuring that Berger will thrive and be here to provide exceptional, affordable care to the families in our community for decades to come is our top priority,” Tim Colburn, Berger’s president and CEO, said in the release.
Mr. Colburn told Columbus Business First Berger has sent request for proposals to three Columbus, Ohio-based healthcare organizations — Mount Carmel Health System, Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and OhioHealth — as well as Fairfield Medical Center, based in Lancaster. Proposals are due by Memorial Day.
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