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Nationwide Children’s Hospital expands presence into Wood County

BOWLING GREEN — Wood County Hospital’s Wood County Medical Associates (Pediatrics) and Center for Child Development offices are now part of Nationwide Children’s Hospital-Toledo. The arrangement was announced by both health care providers on Monday. “This is an exciting step forward for pediatric care in our region,” said Stan Korducki, president of Wood County Hospital. “Families will continue to see the same trusted providers and staff at the same locations, now supported by the expertise and resources of Nationwide Children’s-Toledo.” The two health care organizations established an affiliation in 2021 to collaborate on programs in an effort to ensure pediatric patients receive the highest quality, most cost-effective care, officials said. “Our collaborative partnership with Wood County Hospital has always focused on what’s best for kids and families,” said Jennifer Strauss, vice president of Nationwide Children’s-Toledo. “By bringing these practices into our network, we’re ensuring families have access to the highest quality care close to home while continuing to strengthen pediatric services in the community.” The new agreement “expands access to high-quality pediatric care and specialized services for children and families in Bowling Green and surrounding areas,” officials said. All current services will continue without interruption, and patients will see the