Alice L. Walton Foundation Announces Professional Medical Initiative at the Cleveland Clinic

The Bentonville-Alice L. Walton Foundation and the Clearbrand Clinic this week announced a joint initiative to identify ways to provide access to the prestigious specialty medical services of the Cleveland Clinic in northwest Arkansas. ..

According to the press release, the organization assesses the specialist medical needs of the region and makes recommendations for medical solutions that best meet those needs. Professional medical services require expertise or skills related to a particular health problem.

According to a recent survey, many residents of Northwest Arkansas seek professional care outside of the region.

“As Northwest Arkansas continues to grow, it is imperative to increase access to specialist medical care in our area, so residents do not have to travel elsewhere to obtain available medical care. near their place. Philanthropist Alice Walton said. “I have long admired The Cleveland Clinic’s innovative approach to care to improve community well-being with a lifelong health system. Assess the professional care needs in the region. The objective of this collaboration is to make accessible to all a transformative approach to health and well-being. “

According to the press release, the Foundation, founded in 2017, is committed to improving the quality of life of individuals and communities by providing access to services that improve well-being.

In 2020, Walton announced the establishment of the Whole Health Institute and earlier this year announced the establishment of the Whole Health School of Medicine and Health Sciences. These two Bentonville-based organizations are focused on redesigning the systems that impact health and wellness, ensuring everyone has access to comprehensive health and is affordable. I’m aiming for that.

The Foundation and the Cleveland Clinic have identified future occupational health initiatives that could develop in the region in collaboration with the Whole Health Institute to identify opportunities to improve the patient experience and engagement to improve outcomes for health. It is assumed.

“At the Cleveland Clinic, our goal is to take care of others,” said Tom Mikhail Jevic, CEO and President of the Cleveland Clinic. “We believe it is our responsibility to provide safe, quality and compassionate care at the Cleveland Clinic to more patients. The Alice L. Walton Foundation is committed to serving others. We are happy to share and work with you to support the Northwest Arkansas community. “

The Cleveland Clinic is a not-for-profit, multidisciplinary academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. The US News & World Report recently named the Cleveland Clinic the nation’s # 2 hospital in the “Best Hospital 2021-2022,” ranking # 1 in cardiac care for 27 consecutive years.

The clinic has grown into an integrated global healthcare system based in Ohio, Florida, Nevada, Toronto, Abu Dhabi and London.

“We are excited to be working with the Cleveland Clinic to determine the best way to provide world-class specialist care in Northwest Arkansas,” said Walton. “Our prosperous regions still have a culture of collaboration and are focused on meeting the needs of the community. As we grow and welcome new residents every day, we will all benefit from increased access to superior and innovative care. “