After an ongoing negotiation process now well into the second year between Clear Springs Cancer Center and the UMH board, a contractual agreement is close to becoming a reality according to Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Charles A. Brooks said in a telephone interview with the Uvalde Hesperian on Monday, April 11th.
According to Brooks, Dr. David Jones, the owner of Clear Springs and UMH are in the final stages of the negotiation process with the goal for UMH to assume ownership and operations. “When all is said and done, he feels this commitment by UMH to provide continuance of care for cancer patients in the surrounding area is a positive outcome.” Brooks said.
Dr. Brooks released a statement summarizing significant points in the transition.
“There will be continuity of cancer care for our community. I am planning on remaining in Uvalde and providing ongoing care for both new and existing cancer patients.
Clear Springs will remain open under the “Clear Springs” moniker, same phone number and same fax. Anticipated date of transfer to Hospital ownership and operations is May 1, 2022.
Existing Clear Springs staff will have the opportunity to remain at the facility as employees of UMH. The relationship with the Hospital will allow Clear Springs to purchase new state-of-the art software and equipment.
There will be continuation of the nine-county catchment area that was part of the original Marmion Regional Cancer Center directive, formulated more than ten years ago. “Rides to Radiation” will continue to provide services for those patients that request transportation “
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