The Boards of Trustees and Administration of St. John’s Riverside Hospital and Saint Joseph’s Medical Center announced today that they have decided to enter into discussions to explore opportunities for integration between the two facilities. The goal in this exploration is to determine how best to improve the delivery of health care services, potentially achieve economic efficiencies, and expand services resulting in the improved health of Yonkers and southern Westchester communities.
As we begin this process of exploration, we will be meeting with, and welcome the opportunity to work with members of the community, as well as State and local regulatory agencies and other interested parties. Information regarding the process will be made available as we learn more.
“In the 150 years of St. John’s Riverside Hospital‘s service to the community, high quality patient care has always been our top priority. In keeping with that mission, we have identified this unique opportunity to innovate and expand healthcare,” said Ronald J. Corti, President & CEO of St. John’s Riverside Hospital.
“We believe that the residents of the City of Yonkers and southern Westchester will potentially benefit from a streamlined health care delivery system and we are looking forward to learning about the possibilities.”
“Since 1888 Saint Joseph’s Medical Center has provided Yonkers and the surrounding communities with high quality, compassionate, patient-centered care. As the care of our patients and the communities we serve has always been our top priority, we are excited to explore the opportunity and potential benefits of streamlining to enhance the delivery of healthcare in a collaborative effort,” said Saint Joseph’s Medical Center President and CEO, Michael J. Spicer.
