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| Colleagues, Since last week’s communication regarding the cessation of negotiations and the potential dissolution of the relationship between the Detroit Medical Center (DMC) and Wayne State University, many people have been working diligently to find an alternative path forward. Today I am pleased to inform you that the Wayne State University Physician Group (WSUPG) and the DMC have agreed to a six-month extension of their existing contract. They will dedicate the initial 90 days of this extension to exploring a new working model for the two institutions. If successful, this new framework will be implemented during the succeeding 90-day period. If they are unable to reach an agreement on a new path forward, they will use the second 90-day period to transition coverage of selected services. A Joint Advisory Committee will be appointed to work on issues of mutual significance and will include representation of WSUPG department chairs and DMC leadership. We are confident that this group will be able to reach a consensus that is in the best interests of our patients, our students and our community. Thank you for your support.
M. Roy Wilson |
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