The face of healthcare continues to transform local institutions.

“On behalf of Pottstown Hospital I would like to be the first one to formally welcome you to Tower Health — to a bold new beginning in health care.”

With those words from Pottstown Hospital President and CEO Rich Newell Monday, a new era for health care in Pottstown began. Newell made his remarks during a ceremony at the hospital that featured the unveiling of banners and an employee celebration, writes Donna Rovins for The Mercury in Pottstown.

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“Our dedicated doctors and employees create an environment of healing, of caring, of connection. We are a community hospital that meets the needs of our unique community. That legacy will continue. And with more strength than ever,” Newell added.

Pottstown Hospital, along with four other area hospitals formerly owned by Franklin, Tenn.-based Community Health Systems Inc., have been acquired by the Reading Health System, which has been renamed Tower Health. Terms of the purchase have not been disclosed.

In acquiring Pottstown Hospital, Jennersville Hospital, Brandywine Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital and Chestnut Hill Hospital, the new Tower Health System has more than 11,000 employees, including 2,000 doctors and providers offering care at six community hospitals and 65 locations.

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