The 25-bed hospital is currently in discussions with the Mayo Health System, but has yet to make a decision on a potential partner, according to the report.
The hospital board was pushed to pursue a partnership after the passing of healthcare reform. Its executives hope it will allow the hospital to increase services and thereby access to care, according to the report.
Read the Minnesota Public Radio report on Queen of Peace Hospital.
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