While we are open to a partnership, when it comes to a proposed merger between Fairview, the University, and Essentia — our ...

Regents at the University of Minnesota expressed support Friday for a proposed merger of the Fairview and Essentia health systems, but next steps are unclear since Fairview said no to the idea earlier ...

In a letter to employees, Fairview President and CEO James Hereford said they still want “resolution on sale of the academic ...

The U is looking to create a new nonprofit partnership as its longtime affiliation with Fairview approaches its end.

Fairview Health Services leaders said they are not interested in joining the merger planned between the University of ...

The university and Essentia say their plan would not consolidate hospitals or disrupt doctor-patient relationships, noting there are still many discussions to be had.

But CEO James Hereford expresses openness to a new partnership, while the U of M publicly discloses merger proposal details.

University of Minnesota and Essentia Health remain committed to their vision of an integrated Minnesota healthcare model, despite Fairview Health's rejection.

The University of Minnesota and Essentia said in January they were in early discussions to form a nonprofit entity.

Minneapolis-based health system said the sum wouldn’t cover debts; the U then developed proposal with Essentia Health.

The proposed partnership with Essentia is responsive to needs and merits strong attention.

Fairview Health is rejecting a proposal to join forces with the University of Minnesota and Essentia Health to create a new ...