The Lifespan/Care New England Merger
The leaders of Lifespan and Care New England have filed an application with the Rhode Island Department of Health and Rhode Island Attorney General seeking state approval to affiliate the two organizations. If approved, the combined system would serve as a hub for high quality medicine, a magnet for medical and scientific professionals and a catalyst for future economic development opportunities.
Below is a range of additional information about the proposed merger.
Overview
• Merger Application: Executive Summary
• Benefits of the Merger
• Frequently Asked Questions
Issue Briefs
• Issue Brief: Why Merge?
• Issue Brief: Why Merge? (Español)
• Issue Brief: Primary Care
• Issue Brief: Workforce Development
Press
• Lifespan/CNE File Application to Affiliate
• Merger Press Conference (Video)
• Additional Media Coverage