Hospital, medical center integrated in Wadena

WADENA - Tri-County Hospital and Wadena Medical Center recently announced the integration of the hospital and clinic services.

WMC staff (excluding physicians) became TCH employees on Jan. 1.

"We are excited about the changes to our business, but the day-to-day operations of WMC will not change," said Judy White, WMC Clinic Administrator, in a news release.

TCH and WMC announced their shared vision is to provide a simplified and efficient health care delivery system. Duplication of services will be reduced and patient convenience and overall efficiency will be increased.

"The high quality of care and service to our communities will continue as before," said Dennis Miley, TCH President and CEO. "Through this merger, our vision is to provide enhanced coordination of services and seamless health care delivery.

Dennis Miley will serve as TCH President and CEO. Judy White will continue as clinic administrator.