The Observation Deck

LakewoodAlive Forum

A Healthy Partnership:
The Economic Impact of Lakewood Hospital

Wednesday, October 8 7 p.m.
Harding Middle School

Attend this forum to learn about the economic impact Lakewood Hospital has on our community.

Speakers will discuss the history, importance and economic impact of Lakewood Hospital in the Lakewood community; healthcare trends;the hospital’s lease agreement with the City of Lakewood; and the outlook for Lakewood Hospital.

“Lakewood Hospital has a rich history serving the residents of Lakewood and near west side communities,â€￾ states Jay Foran, President of LakewoodAlive. “It’s important for us to recognize the vital role Lakewood Hospital plays in our city’s ongoing economic vibrancy.â€￾

Panelists for event include:

Fred DeGrandis, President and CEO, Cleveland Clinic Health Systems

Mayor Edward FitzGerald, City of Lakewood

Jack Gustin, President, Lakewood Hospital

Jim Robey, Vice President of Research, Team NEO

Bill Ryan, CEO, The Center for Health Affairs

Jay Foran will moderate the forum. The forum is free and advance registration is not required.


LakewoodAlive is a citizens' advocacy group formed by, and for, the citizens of Lakewood. We seek to provide the residents of Cleveland's greatest suburb with opportunities to learn how to better navigate the complex issues associated with economic development. Feel free to browse the site, and consider becoming a member. LakewoodAlive is non-partisan and open to all residents at no cost.

We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions -- send email to info@lakewoodalive.com. Most of all, we welcome your participation in the issues and activities that will affect our future.

Hey everybody......the Hospital is Lakewood's #1 economic stakeholder and employer. Directly and indirectly, this institution plays a large role in our quality of life.

It is really important that residents understand the background of the lease agreement between the City of Lakewood and the Cleveland Clinic, and the unique opportunities and challenges associated with having a community hospital located in the middle of our city.

We know this to be true: informed and engaged residents are Lakewood's greatest asset. Look forward to seeing Observers there!

Mary Anne

TONIGHT! The forum will prove to be most interesting to anyone who has ever considered the role Lakewood Hospital plays in our community.

See you there.

Mary Anne

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Mayor Edward FitzGerald, City of Lakewood , Fred DeGrandis, President and CEO, Cleveland Clinic Health Systems , Bill Ryan, CEO, The Center for Health Affairs, Jack Gustin, President, Lakewood Hospital



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