WEST DES MOINES, Ia. — UnityPoint Health will not merge with Sanford Health, according to a news release.
UnityPoint officials said, “Over the past several months, UnityPoint Health has seriously explored the opportunity to join together with Sanford Health. After significant consideration, we will not be moving forward with a formal partnership.”
UnityPoint Health has 32 hospitals and over 280 physician clinics, serving people in Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin.
“I’m tremendously proud of our organization and we will continue to work tirelessly to evaluate any avenue that improves the delivery of health care,” said Kevin Vermeer, president and CEO of UnityPoint Health. “Sanford is an exceptional organization with a bright future ahead. UnityPoint Health moves forward with strong roots and a fierce commitment to improving the experience of the people we serve.”
UnityPoint Health employs more than 32,000 people.
