He adds that the number of independent hospital organizations is on the decline, prompting healthcare groups to pursue partnerships as a way of operating in more efficient and innovative ways. (nreionline.com)
Hospital executives, such as Jeff Kraut, associate dean of strategy at Northwell and chair of the state's Public Health and Health Planning Council, have repeatedly stated that if it wasn't for the price increases and the clout that a health system demands those smaller independent hospitals would be closed or in need of a state bailout. (politico.com)
Wellington, located in St John's Wood, North London, is the largest independent hospital in the United Kingdom, and part of an International group called HCA. (ghanapoliticsonline.com)