"How will the new hospital affect the economy?"

OMHS currently employs more than 3,000 people and generates a total annual payroll of approximately $107 million. The new hospital will require even more physicians and healthcare workers as improved access to care and our growth as a regional referral center increase patient admissions. By generating new, high paying jobs to meet the demand, OMHS will remain an economic engine for our region.

The value of a state-of-the-art medical center also has a positive growth effect on our economy. Access to healthcare is an important quality of life issue for companies looking to relocate to a community.

The investment in a new hospital will improve the health—both physically and financially—of our region for years to come.