Building trust, sharing a common purpose
CommonSpirit Health is one of the largest nonprofit healthcare systems in the US, and remains committed to clinical excellence, valued partnerships, and global collaboration
With 157 hospitals – 55 ranked among the best nationally – 2,300 care sites, and more than 157,000 team members across 24 states, CommonSpirit is one of the largest nonprofit healthcare systems in the US.
Moreover, our impact is as strong as our footprint, with 22 million patient encounters every year – making us a leader that brings a healthier future for all, inspired by faith, driven by innovation, and powered by our humanity.
CommonSpirit is leveraging its capabilities across the care continuum that results in maximum value for international health plans. For example, more than 80,000 international patients from around the world have been served at CommonSpirit facilities.
High-quality, patient-centered care
CommonSpirit’s commitment to quality is unwavering, with a 4.9 average provider star rating, 68.3 Net Promoter Score, and the 2025 John M Eisenberg Patient Safety and Quality Award in the National Level Innovation in Patient Safety and Quality Category for improving care for 400,000 patients over three years.
Also, through our academic partnerships and education, CommonSpirit is home to the following major academic medical centers: Baylor College of Medicine, Creighton University, and Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, including 3,100 medical residents and fellows.
CommonSpirit is leveraging its capabilities across the care continuum that results in maximum value for international health plans. For example, more than 80,000 international patients from around the world have been served at CommonSpirit facilities
The future of healthcare is built on trust, shared purpose, and lasting partnerships
Our commitment to excellence does not stop
While driving innovation, advancing novel, complex, and wellness care models, and educating the next generation of clinicians, CommonSpirit continues to expand its global collaborations; it invites brokers and insurers to explore partnerships that deliver sustainable, patient-centered care solutions worldwide.
“The future of healthcare is built on trust, shared purpose, and lasting partnerships.”
CommonSpirit Health is one of the largest nonprofit healthcare systems in the US. We are committed to building healthier communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and across our global community.
CommonSpirit was created by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health in 2019.
Liz Popwell is System Vice President of Corporate and International Strategy at CommonSpirit Health, and Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives.
Liz holds advanced credentials in health system strategy and transformation, including a fellowship from the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE) and a fellowship from the American Leadership Forum.
Her impact has been recognized with numerous awards, including being named one of Charlotte, North Carolina’s Most Influential Women and a recipient of the Long Island Business’ Top 50 Women’s Leadership Award.
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