Hospitals in the United States represent a prime example of the conundrum in American values. On the one hand, they’re institutions aimed at serving the greater public good of fostering health across a community. On the other hand, they’re tasked with managing complex budgets and sometimes making tough financial decisions—whether they’re for-profit or nonprofit institutions, […]
Redmond Family Birthing Center
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Fewer Birth Options?
St. Charles considers closing a family birthing center
St. Charles Health System—the largest medical provider in Central Oregon—is considering changing the way the Family Birthing Center in Redmond operates, or may even close it outright. Iman Simmons, St. Charles‘ chief operating officer, said the purpose is to improve the quality and safety of care and to do those things at a lower cost […]