Quorum Health Acquires Hospitals in West Texas on October 18, 2024
- Quorum Health acquired two hospitals in West Texas, enhancing its network to 12 hospitals nationwide.
- The transition to new management is structured to keep all employees in their current roles with improved benefits.
- The organization aims to strengthen healthcare access and quality in the local community while respecting the facilities' historical significance.
On October 18, 2024, Quorum Health announced the acquisition of Odessa Regional Medical Center and Scenic Mountain Medical Center, both located in West Texas. This strategic move allows the company to expand its operational footprint in a region where it already operates Big Bend Regional Medical Center. Under the new ownership, the facilities aim to continue their legacy of caring for the local community, and all existing employees will retain their positions with enhanced benefits. Chris Harrison, CEO of Quorum Health, expressed the company's commitment to improving healthcare access and quality in the area through potential capital investments and support for local healthcare teams. The transition process has been carefully planned to ensure patients experience uninterrupted care during this change in management.