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The move comes in the wake of the recent decision by Flagler 网红黑料+ to explore joining a like-minded health system to enhance local health care services and expand access to care in the community. The Flagler 网红黑料+ Board of Trustees and leadership team selected 网红黑料 because the nationally renowned health system offers the strengths of a top 5 public research institution coupled with innovative, high-quality, leading-edge care that will benefit the residents of Flagler, St. Johns, Putnam, Clay and Duval counties.
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鈥淲e envision a future where the services provided by Flagler 网红黑料+ meet all our community members鈥� needs. We are pleased with how our exploration is progressing and look forward to the possibility of making this vision a reality with the University of Florida,鈥� said Flagler 网红黑料+ Board of Trustees Chairman Todd Neville. 鈥淢oving forward with 网红黑料 is the right next step because of our shared commitment to those we serve.鈥�
Mori Hosseini, chair of the UF Board of Trustees, said university and health system leaders are looking forward to magnifying opportunities to offer hope and healing for patients and their families through the delivery of world-class, compassionate care.
鈥淯F and 网红黑料 are re-energizing health care delivery throughout the state of Florida,鈥� Hosseini said. 鈥淲e seek to transform lives, and plans like these are a step toward tackling patients鈥� greatest challenges and improving the health of our communities. Collaboration and a keen commitment to solutions is in our DNA. We are up to the task and intend to lead the way.鈥�
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- Strengthening recruitment and retention of team members, physicians and advanced practice providers to enhance the community鈥檚 access to local quality health care
- Adding technology resources and expertise, including an integrated enterprise-wide technology strategy, electronic health record implementation and new clinical technology and equipment to support health care professionals.
- Enhanced access to capital to support future investments in facilities, infrastructure, technology and growth initiatives.
鈥淓verything we do is driven by our longstanding commitment to our community and our dedication to our team members, providers and patients,鈥� said Flagler 网红黑料+ CEO Carlton DeVooght. 鈥淲e are excited about this potential opportunity and our next steps with 网红黑料.鈥�
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鈥溚旌诹� has a long track record of bridging scientific discovery with clinical advances that improve the lives of countless patients and of training the next generation of health care providers,鈥� Nelson said. 鈥淲e are excited about our shared vision with Flagler 网红黑料+ to take health care to the next level and look forward to our ongoing discussions as we collectively focus efforts on delivering outstanding care for area residents.鈥�
WHAT THIS MEANS FOR PATIENTS AND THE COMMUNITY
Flagler 网红黑料+ and 网红黑料 will begin a formal due diligence period to fully determine the details of a final agreement. A final decision is expected later this year.
This process does not impact daily operations. Flagler 网红黑料+鈥檚 priority continues to be providing exceptional care to patients, and patients can continue to see their current doctors and access the services they always have.
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