Premier Health: Innovating, Educating, and Advancing Community Health
At Premier Health, innovation is about more than new technology. It is about advancing the way care, education, and community impact come together. Across Southwest Ohio, Premier Health continues to invest in new ways to deliver exceptional care while strengthening the region’s workforce and economy.
Innovation Rooted in the Community
At Atrium Medical Center in Middletown, patients experience firsthand how innovation improves lives. Atrium recently introduced Burt®, a robotic-assisted rehabilitation device that helps stroke and neurological patients regain movement through interactive therapy. As one of only two hospitals in Ohio offering Burt®, Atrium provides advanced rehabilitation close to home, helping patients improve mobility, strength, and independence.
For those managing complex cardiac conditions, Atrium’s Heart Failure Clinic offers a team-based approach that includes cardiologists, nurse practitioners, and pharmacists who work together to support long-term heart health, reduce hospital readmissions, and improve quality of life.
Innovation also extends into the Family Birth Center. Atrium offers advanced neonatal care supported by a board-certified neonatologist and a neonatal nurse practitioner who are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This level of coverage ensures that infants who need specialized care receive expert attention immediately, which contributes to strong outcomes for mothers and babies in our region.
Atrium’s commitment to safety and quality has been nationally recognized. The hospital recently earned its third consecutive “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group for achievements in protecting patients from preventable harm and error. This recognition reflects the dedication of caregivers who work every day to deliver safe, reliable care.
Transforming the Future of Health Care Through Partnership
Premier Health and Wright State University have strengthened their long-standing collaboration to create an integrated academic health system that unites clinical care, research, and education. Together, we are working to advance academic medicine, improve community health, and build a strong workforce pipeline for the future.
This 30-year agreement enhances regional innovation and economic development while ensuring that Southwest Ohio remains a destination for health education and training. Premier Health’s Miami Valley Hospital has been formally recognized as an Academic Medical Center, marking an important milestone in this journey.
By combining Premier Health’s clinical excellence with Wright State’s academic strength, we are developing integrated education and practice models that benefit students, clinicians, and patients alike. The partnership will expand residency and training programs across our hospitals, including Atrium, helping to retain the next generation of physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals in our communities.
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