Partnership discussions with LCMC Health terminated

The Board of Directors of East Jefferson General Hospital (EJGH) has terminated its partnership discussions with Hospital Corporation of America (LCMC Health). “LCMC Health was unable to come to terms with Tulane University to restructure its current relationship, which would have allowed LCMC Health to move forward with us,” stated Newell Normand, chairman of the EJGH board of Directors. “As one of the nation’s leading healthcare organizations, LCMC Health is well respected and we wish them well in their future endeavors.”

The EJGH board will not actively pursue partnership opportunities at this time.

During the three years of partnership discussions, East Jefferson’s team members and medical staff have been successful in maintaining EJGH’s standing as the regional leader in clinical quality.

“We have achieved an “A” rating in patient safety from The Leapfrog Group, as well as superior local, state, and national rankings in patient safety and clinical excellence from Care Chex,” noted Dr. Mark J. Peters, the organization’s President, and CEO. “We have continued to invest inpatient care, such as our expanded Oncology Infusion Center, our new Hybrid Surgical Suite, and our expanded inpatient oncology unit to name a few. Recognitions like our Nurse Magnet accreditation and our affiliation with the MD Anderson Cancer Network highlight our continued dedication to our community.”

Chairman Normand added, “Our volunteers, Ladies’ Auxiliary, and Foundation have been tremendously supportive during a challenging time in our history. East Jefferson General Hospital will continue its mission to provide the highest quality care to our patients and that remains our priority.”