Northeast Georgia Health System and Longstreet Clinic are now working toward what officials are calling a “more formal collaboration structure” following an agreement announced this week.
NGHS officials said Longstreet has signed a letter of intent to pursue a more formal structure, deepening the ties between the two providers, who have collaborated at some level since Longstreet opened its doors more than 30 years ago. It is said that
“NGHS and Longstreet Clinic have a rich tradition of providing care throughout our region for generations. Beyond geography and patients, we are committed to quality, emphasis on safety, , we share many commonalities, including a track record of innovation,” said Carol Burrell, President and CEO of NGHS. “By working more closely together, we can further strengthen health care in the communities we serve and unlock more opportunities for success.”
“As one of the largest physician-owned and managed independent medical groups in Georgia, we are committed to the unique challenges faced by independent groups in the modern healthcare industry,” said Robert Richard, M.D., president and chairman of Longstreet Clinic. I am keenly aware of the challenges faced by the government.” “Exploring deeper operational collaborations with strong regional partners creates opportunities for both organizations to improve care coordination among healthcare providers, improve quality of care, and provide a more seamless patient experience. I guess.”
The agreement will take several months to outline the new structure, which is targeted to come into force in spring 2025.
NGHS and Longstreet already collaborate in a variety of ways, including a shared health information platform, Epic, neonatal intensive care units, oncology services, and part of the HP2 clinical network, which also includes Northeast Georgia Physicians Group and Georgia Heart Institute. I am.
