Published on August 29, 2024
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Three Things to Know
- Phelps Health and Salem Memorial District Hospital (SMDH) are discussing an affiliation to continue providing essential healthcare services to Dent County and surrounding areas.
- Both entities signed a nonbinding letter of intent on August 28, 2024, outlining their shared goals, with the formal affiliation expected to start in early 2025.
- Leaders from both organizations emphasize their dedication to improving healthcare access and quality for the local communities through this potential partnership.
Phelps Health and Salem Memorial District Hospital (SMDH) are discussing an affiliation to continue providing essential healthcare services for residents of Dent County and the surrounding areas.
The two healthcare entities entered a nonbinding letter of intent on August 28, 2024, which describes their shared vision for the arrangement. Both parties will begin the due diligence process before the negotiated affiliation starts, which is anticipated in early 2025.
“Representatives from Phelps Health and SMDH have been in discussions, and we believe this partnership could be a significant step forward on our shared mission to provide quality healthcare for years to come," said Brooke Bollman, CEO of SMDH. “For nearly 60 years, SMDH has been integral to Dent County and its surrounding communities. Ensuring our patients continue to have access to the resources they need to achieve better health remains a top priority.”
President and CEO
We are excited to work with SMDH to improve the health and well-being of our local communities,” said Jason Shenefield, CEO of Phelps Health. “Many of our patients and employees are residents of Dent County. We are deeply committed to partnering with SMDH and look forward to continuing to provide accessible, high-quality healthcare in the region.”
The collaboration between Phelps Health and SMDH is driven by a shared commitment to improving community health. According to Shenefield, “Together, we can significantly benefit the individuals we care for and allow our mutual communities to continue to thrive.”