As part of the agreement, the hospital will provide a convenient drop-off point for women to donate extra breast milk. The financial terms of the partnership, if any, were not disclosed.
The Milk Bank is an Indianapolis-based nonprofit organization that promotes community health by carefully screening donors and pasteurizing, freezing and distributing breast milk throughout the U.S.
Potential donors will be required to complete a written questionnaire and have their blood drawn at the hospital’s laboratory facility free of charge.
“We are very excited to collaborate with The Milk Bank to provide a depot for the community and surrounding area,” said Patty Scherle, RN, director of women and infant services at MHHCC. “Being a collection point will allow easy access for generous women who donate their milk. Together we can make a difference for those premature infants to help provide a healthier life.”
More articles on transactions and valuations:
Union Hospital, IU Health collaborate to improve ED services
Unity Medical Center to partner with Concord Medical Group
Mayo Clinic, CHOP collaborate to research rare congenital heart defect
At the Becker's 11th Annual IT + Revenue Cycle Conference: The Future of AI & Digital Health, taking place September 14–17 in Chicago, healthcare executives and digital leaders from across the country will come together to explore how AI, interoperability, cybersecurity, and revenue cycle innovation are transforming care delivery, strengthening financial performance, and driving the next era of digital health. Apply for complimentary registration now.