UAB to take over Ascension St. Vincent's Health System
How many hospitals does UAB currently own or affiliate with in Alabama?
UAB currently owns or affiliates with 17 hospitals in Alabama. This number is expected to increase with the acquisition of Ascension St. Vincent's Health System, which includes five hospitals, a freestanding emergency department, and other clinical facilities and employees.
How will patients benefit from UAB taking over Ascension St. Vincent's?
Patients will benefit from UAB taking over Ascension St. Vincent's through increased access to a larger care network, sustained quality healthcare, and continued access to the healthcare services and providers they trust. UAB and St. Vincent's shared commitment to improving lives and delivering patient-centric care will drive their actions in the coming months and beyond.
What will UAB acquire from Ascension St. Vincent's Health System?
UAB will acquire all of Ascension St. Vincent's sites of care, including hospitals in Birmingham, Blount, Chilton, East, and St. Clair, the One Nineteen Campus, Trussville Freestanding Emergency Department, imaging centers, and other clinics that are part of Ascension Medical Group. The transaction will also include current Ascension St. Vincent's services, facilities, caregivers, and associates.