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Bill Ryan's Article, More than rivalry at work in Cleveland healthcare, Published by MedCity News

President and CEO of The Center for Health Affairs, Bill Ryan, responded to an article published by MedCity News that highlighted the rivalry between the Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals. Ryan's article, More than rivalry at work in Cleveland healthcare, was published by MedCity News on April 13, 2011, and discussed the benefits to the region of a healthy dose of competition between the major systems in town - the Sisters of Charity, MetroHealth, University Hospitals and the Cleveland Clinic.

"We have some of the best healthcare professionals and facilities in the nation, even the world. Cleveland is a city that has been consistently recognized as a place where both costs and quality are managed effectively. And each of the major systems in town – the Sisters of Charity and MetroHealth Systems included – has pursued excellence in particular areas of expertise."

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