Health Quest makes plans to expand into Connecticut

SHARON — Tri-state area residents now have additional hospitals and care providers to choose from as Health Quest continues to grow. 

The New York-based nonprofit purchased Sharon Hospital in 2017, adding the Connecticut facility to its existing group, which includes Other Health Quest hospitals include Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie, Northern Dutchess Hospital in Rhinebeck and Putnam Hospital Center in Carmel, N.Y. 

“By joining together, we will expand our reach and enhance our position in today’s consumer-driven environment, helping people optimize their health, prevent disease and manage chronic conditions,” said Robert Friedberg, president and CEO of Health Quest. “The combined health system will help bring new programs and services to our communities.”

Approvals are still needed from “multiple governmental entities,” according to a press release from Health Quest. The new configuration is expected to be official in 2019.  

“The new system will remain a nonprofit and carry forward its commitment to community health and wellness, and most importantly, continue to provide care to anyone who walks through its doors regardless of their ability to pay,” according to the press release.

“It is further expected that the combined system will be able to enhance quality, population health, accountable care, telehealth, medical education and the use of data analytics to enhance patient outcomes.”

 Friedberg promised that, “we will continue to reinvest into our system to fund new clinical programs and services, facilities, advanced technology, new equipment and research — all to benefit our communities.”