Brazosport Regional Health System in Lake Jackson, Texas, has signed an affiliation agreement to become part of Houston-based CHI St. Luke's Health.
"In addition to having similar missions and values, our systems share a common vision for clinical and operational excellence and a firm commitment to lead the way in a new healthcare environment that focuses on value-driven, quality care," said Michael H. Covert, president and CEO of CHI St. Luke's.
Mr. Covert said Al Guevara Jr., will continue to lead Brazosport Regional after it joins CHI St. Luke's.
"We are very pleased to be able to join forces with CHI St. Luke's Health," said Mr. Guevara. "We look forward to this new relationship with CHI St. Luke’s Health — a partnership that will enable us to strengthen our existing services, while also giving us the opportunity to enhance our quality, effectiveness, safety and efficiency."
The two health systems signed the affiiation agreement Jan. 25 with an effective date of Feb. 1.
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