LCMC Health and Tulane University are planning to partner to expand access to care, improve regional medical innovation and training capabilities, and invest in benefits to communities across Southeast Louisiana. Subject to finalization of the partnership and regulatory approval, Tulane Medical Center, Lakeview Regional Medical Center, and Tulane Lakeside Hospital will join LCMC Health after an acquisition from HCA Healthcare. LCMC Health has committed to invest $220 million initially in the hospital locations. The parties expect the partnership to be finalized in late 2022 or early 2023.