BREAKING NEWS: Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) has just announced plans to fully acquire Tennova Healthcare-Clarksville from Community Health Systems Inc. (CHS), a significant move that will enhance healthcare access in the rapidly growing region of Clarksville, Tennessee.
This acquisition solidifies VUMC’s existing 20% stake in the hospital, which has been in place since 2021. The deal will transform Tennova into a vital component of VUMC’s expanding network of regional medical centers. The 270-bed facility will join other VUMC hospitals, including Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital and Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital, further strengthening healthcare services across Middle Tennessee.
WHY IT MATTERS NOW: Clarksville, with a population exceeding 200,000 and a growth rate of 24% over the past decade, is Tennessee’s fifth largest city. This acquisition is a direct response to the community’s urgent need for high-quality, accessible healthcare services. VUMC President and CEO Jeff Balser, MD, PhD, emphasized, “Expanding our services in Clarksville allows us to better serve the healthcare needs of this rapidly growing area.”
The acquisition will ensure a seamless transition for patients, with no disruption in care as VUMC and CHS work closely together. VUMC is committed to retaining substantially all employees of Tennova Healthcare-Clarksville who are in good standing, promising continuity and stability for the medical staff and community.
As part of the integration, the hospital will continue to provide essential services such as the established OB-GYN hospitalist program and radiation oncology through the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center. Additionally, specialized neonatal care will be supported by experts from Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt.
WHAT’S NEXT: This acquisition is currently under regulatory review, but VUMC looks forward to expanding access to care in the region. Deputy CEO Jane Freedman, MD, stated, “Integrating the Clarksville hospital into our regional network is an exciting step forward.” The community can expect a broader range of adult and pediatric services as VUMC invests in local healthcare infrastructure.
The Tennova Healthcare-Clarksville facility is recognized for its quality care, holding designations such as an Accredited Chest Pain Center and a Wound Care Center of Distinction. As VUMC prepares to take full ownership, residents in Clarksville and Montgomery County can anticipate enhanced healthcare solutions tailored to their needs.
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