St. Alexius Enters into Management Agreement with Wishek Community Hospital
Posted on 2/28/2012
|
|
St. Alexius Medical Center in Bismarck has entered into a management agreement with Wishek Hospital and Clinic Association (WHCA). Mary Schwartzenberger, board president of WHCA, says this agreement is not a change of ownership as WHCA will continue to utilize its board of directors combined with the added resources and leadership of St. Alexius Medical Center in an effort to continue to bring high quality patient care to south central North Dakota. “St. Alexius will assist Wishek Community Hospital with the placement of a CEO as well as help with physician recruitment.”
According to Gary P. Miller, president and CEO of St. Alexius Medical Center, these are challenging and exciting times for healthcare in North Dakota. “By working together, St. Alexius and Wishek Community Hospital can maintain strong local care and strong tertiary care. This will enhance our ability to serve patients better.”
St. Alexius Medical Center is a 306-bed, full-service healthcare system offering a comprehensive line of inpatient and outpatient medical services, including: a Level II Emergency and Trauma Center, primary and specialty physician clinics, durable medical equipment services and ancillary services throughout western and central North Dakota. Since its founding in 1885, St. Alexius has been recognized with numerous accreditations and awards including: The Joint Commission, Nursing Magnet Recognition Program®, Blue Cross Blue Shield Centers of Excellence Awards and “50 Best Hospitals in America” by Becker’s Hospital Review.
Since 1954, Wishek Hospital and Clinic Association has proven itself to be a healthcare leader in south central North Dakota. Founded from a recognized need to provide medical services for residents of the area, WHCA is a 24-bed critical access hospital with clinics located in Wishek, Napoleon, Kulm and Gackle.