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Via Christi Health System

Via Christi Health System, with headquarters in Wichita, Kansas, encompasses acute care hospitals, physician practices, senior care facilities, health plans, research institutes, philanthropic foundations, affiliated businesses and other health-related concerns. In Latin, Via Christi means "The Way of Christ" and this name reflects the organization's values as a Catholic, not-for-profit healthcare corporation. Via Christi is sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Wichita and the Sisters of the Sorrowful Mother and is dedicated to the health of the body, mind, and spirit.

Mission

The mission of Via Christi is to further the healthcare ministry of its sponsoring congregations, the Sisters of the Sorrowful Mother and the Sisters of St. Joseph of Wichita. We strive to achieve this through effective networking among our member organizations and in collaboration with other appropriate organizations.
As a Catholic not-for-profit healthcare corporation grounded in Gospel values, we provide leadership and governance in the design and implementation of integrated healthcare and related services.

Vision

Via Christi is an integrated health system that goes far beyond hospital walls. Within our regional network, we're bringing a full range of services together for our communities. On any given day, people rely on Via Christi healthcare through any of the dozens of providers located throughout the region. Because those providers, in turn, have direct access to other providers, patients can be directed along the most efficient path to meet their individual healthcare needs. And because Via Christi Health System is comprehensive in the scope of its care, families, their employees and insurers can all rely on one resource for the diverse range of care they need.

Values

In unity with the healing mission of Jesus, we profess five core values which embody the foundation of our existence.

These values are:

Community
The primary bonds of relationship and acceptance, promoting a sense of family and unity both among those being served and among those providing service.

Competence
The demonstration and development of our capability and proficiency as we work together with respect, cooperation, and professionalism.

Service
The opportunity to use our gifts, skill, and wisdom in ministering to others to the best of our abilities.

Human Dignity
The belief that everyone is entitled to recognition, respect, self-worth, and the opportunity to develop his or her potential.

Vision
The ability to collaboratively plan for the future using individuals' knowledge and talents for innovation, creative thought, anticipation and imagination.

Group Membership Profile:

Via Christi Health System currently sponsors owned and affiliated facilities in three states as active participants of the Consorta group. The system encompasses acute care hospitals, physician practices, senior care facilities, health plans, research institutes, philanthropic foundations, affiliated businesses and other health-related concerns.

For more information, visit www.via-christi.org. For a complete Consorta Membership update, contact Membership Services at Consorta, 800-342-5333.