- January 11, 2025
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Flagler Health+ and UF Health are joining to expand health care delivery in northeastern Florida, with plans for Flagler Health+ to becoming part of UF Health later this year.
The two have entered into a non-binding letter of intent, and will be moving forward with due diligence to make a final decision, according to a news release. That process is not expected to affect regular operations in the meantime.
UF Health has a long track record of bridging scientific discovery with clinical advances that improve the lives of countless patients and of training the next generation of health care providers. We are excited about our shared vision with Flagler Health+ to take health care to the next level and look forward to our ongoing discussions as we collectively focus efforts on delivering outstanding care for area residents.”
— David R. Nelson, M.D., senior vice president for health affairs at the University of Florida and president of UF Health.
Flagler Health+ had been exploring the possibility of joining a lhealth system to expand access, and the Flagler Health+ Board of Trustees and leadership team chose UF Health, a top-five public research institution.
The merger would affect Flagler, St. Johns, Putnam, Clay and Duval counties, according to the news release.
“We envision a future where the services provided by Flagler Health+ meet all our community members’ needs. We are pleased with how our exploration is progressing and look forward to the possibility of making this vision a reality with the University of Florida,” Flagler Health+ Board of Trustees Chairman Todd Neville said, according to the news release. “Moving forward with UF Health is the right next step because of our shared commitment to those we serve.”
“UF and UF Health are re-energizing health care delivery throughout the state of Florida,” UF Board of Trustees chair Mori Hosseini said. “We seek to transform lives, and plans like these are a step toward tackling patients’ greatest challenges and improving the health of our communities. Collaboration and a keen commitment to solutions is in our DNA. We are up to the task and intend to lead the way.”
Everything we do is driven by our longstanding commitment to our community and our dedication to our team members, providers and patients.”
— Carlton DeVooght, Flagler Health+ CEO
Flagler Health+ explored options around the country, with a focus on:
· Continued enhancement of quality and patient satisfaction through the sharing of best practices.
· Supporting key community-focused service lines (e.g., Behavioral Health, Women’s Health, etc.) while expanding the breadth and depth of services provided locally.
· Enhancing Flagler Health+’s ability to provide high-quality health care services to underserved populations.
· Strengthening recruitment and retention of team members, physicians and advanced practice providers to enhance the community’s access to local quality health care.
· Adding technology resources and expertise, including an integrated enterprise-wide technology strategy, electronic health record implementation and new clinical technology and equipment to support health care professionals.
· Enhanced access to capital to support future investments in facilities, infrastructure, technology and growth initiatives.
“Everything we do is driven by our longstanding commitment to our community and our dedication to our team members, providers and patients,” Flagler Health+ CEO Carlton DeVooght said, according to the news release. “We are excited about this potential opportunity and our next steps with UF Health.”
