Fort Wayne, Ind.-based Parkview Health has signed a letter of intent with Goshen (Ind.) Health to explore a partnership.
The partnership would make Goshen Health Parkview’s largest hospital outside of Fort Wayne and establish it as a regional hub for care, access and growth, according to a Jan. 27 Goshen Health news release.
Goshen and Parkview plan to collaborate to strengthen clinical services, expand care access and build a sustainable healthcare system. The process begins with a 90-day due diligence period, followed by regulatory review and final board approval.
“As we begin this due diligence process, our shared focus is on strengthening access to high‑quality, local care and supporting the long‑term health of the region,” said Greg Johnson, DO, Parkview’s chief physician executive of growth and emerging markets, in a Jan. 27 statement shared with Becker’s. “We see tremendous opportunity in partnering to expand services and enhance clinical capabilities so patients can continue receiving exceptional care close to home.”
There are no immediate changes to patient care, services, staffing or operations, according to the release.
Parkview Health operates 15 hospitals and more than 200 outpatient centers and physician offices.
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