Category: Behavioral Health

Altru and Universal Health Services Sign Letter of Intent to Expand Inpatient Behavioral Health

June 14, 2022 — Altru Health System and UHS have signed a letter of intent to work together in expanding inpatient behavioral health services. The two entities are exploring opportunities for an inpatient behavioral health facility in Grand Forks, ND.

UHS and Trinity Health Joint-Venture Partnership Announces Name of New Behavioral Health Hospital

June 9, 2022 — On Monday, June 6, 2022, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (“MDHHS”) issued a Final Order granting Havenwyck Hospital, Inc., a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, certificate of need approval for 60 adult psychiatric beds, allowing Universal Health Services and Trinity Health Michigan, in a joint venture, to open a new freestanding inpatient behavioral health hospital in Byron Center, improving access to care for patients.

Ribbon Cutting for new Via Linda Behavioral Hospital

March 22, 2022 — Today, HonorHealth and Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) officially cut the ribbon on the new 120-bed Via Linda Behavioral Hospital.

The Cannabis Epidemic

December 2021 — Cannabis use has increased significantly in the US. This session will focus on the forces driving this rise in use, risk factors for the development of dependence, and outline the science related to cannabinoids.

River Vista Behavioral Health Hospital: Construction Progresses amid Pandemic

September 2021 — The new River Vista Behavioral Health hospital, located at 40886 Goodwin Way in Madera, is on track to open in early 2023.

Raising Awareness of Suicide Prevention

In this Federation of American Hospitals podcast, UHS’ Karen Johnson offers thoughts on how to reemerge back to society after lockdown, and shares effective resources to help prevent suicide.