The University of Kansas Health System and Olathe Health on Wednesday announced a letter of intent for Olathe Health to join the KU Health System.
According to a news conference with KU Health and Olathe Health officials, when the agreement becomes final, there are plans to make significant investments over time in facilities, staff and technology at Olathe Health.
Olathe Health’s employees who have senior leadership will remain in place, according to officials.
Nothing will change for patients, according to hospital officials. Patients will continue to see the same providers. Olathe patients will have expanded access to KU specialists.
KU Health officials stated that KU Health will support Olathe Health’s goal of achieving magnet designation for nursing excellence.
Officials said the partnersip will affect the entire Olathe Health system, medical center and clinics.
The Olathe Health System has been in place for 70 years, according to officials, and includes 2,300 associates who would retain their Olathe Health positions, two hospitals and 60 care locations.
The agreement is not yet final, and negotiations are continuing, according to Bob Page, CEO and president of KU Health.
For more information, see the announcement at https://www.facebook.com/kuhospital/videos/1307772150054260.