MARSHFIELD, Wis. (WEAU) – Sanford Health and Marshfield Clinic Health System are announcing they have completed their merger.
Sanford Health and Marshfield Clinic Health System are now one nonprofit integrated health system operating as Sanford Health.
According to a joint press release, each organization’s respective health plans, Sanford Health Plan and Security Health Plan, will continue current operations.
“Today’s historic milestone paves the way for us to advance world-class care across the rural Midwest and accelerate vital investments in the communities we have the privilege of serving,” Bill Gassen, president and CEO of Sanford Health said. “Together, we will reimagine the future of local, patient-centered nonprofit health care by expanding services, enhancing access and harnessing innovative technologies to improve the health of our communities. We are thrilled to welcome 13,000 new employees from Marshfield Clinic Health System to our Sanford family and look forward to embracing all of the new possibilities that lie ahead.”
“Our partnership brings together two organizations deeply committed to advancing health care for the people and communities we serve in rural America,” said Brian Hoerneman, M.D., who previously served as interim CEO of Marshfield Clinic Health System and has now transitioned to the role of President and CEO of the Marshfield Clinic region of Sanford Health. “I am excited about the opportunities ahead as our teams learn from each other and combine our complementary strengths, cultures and missions. Together, we will build on our shared legacy, creating a future where every person, regardless of zip code, has access to the best possible care.”
The combined system will serve patients and communities across the upper Midwest, according to the joint press release.
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Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic Health System complete merger
