Exciting news for Sparta and White County health care.
Several changes have been taking place at the hospital in Sparta over the past few years. Some of the wonderful local doctors purchased part of the hospital, Capella Healthcare has improved the quality of services provided and now the hospital has . . .
finalized the partnership with St. Thomas Health.
Highlands Medical Center, formerly known as White County Community Hospital, is entering a new phase of healthcare -
"This is a landmark partnership for us and the communities we serve," said Mike Schatzlein, M.D. Saint Thomas Health president and CEO.
According to the official announcements made on May 1, 2012, Capella hospitals included in this joint venture are River Park Hospital in McMinnville, White County Community Hospital in Sparta, DeKalb Community Hospital in Smithville and Stones River Hospital in Woodbury. These hospitals will operate as part of the St. Thomas Health Network.
The changes will be soon evident and on May 1, 2012, not only did White County Community Hospital become Highlands Medical Center, renovations were launched with more than a $1 million investment that will focus on interior and exterior improvements - all with the goal of improving patient care.
Additionally the partnership will include:
A new standard of Quality and Service
Enhanced Cardiac Care; A new investment in expanded cardiac service lines at all four hospitals, development of a nationally accredited Chest Pain Center, as well as dedicated cardiologist coverage.
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