This vision is only in the early stages, and the school, which is in an agreement with Fairview Health Services that ends in 2026, says that they shared their future ideas with Fairview.

The proposed framework leaves big questions about the university's existing relationship with Fairview Health Services.

MINNEAPOLIS — The University of Minnesota has found a new healthcare partner in Essentia Health. In a news release, the two organizations described their new partnership as a "bold vision to write the next chapter of healthcare for, and to best serve the healthcare needs of, all Minnesotans."

The University of Minnesota and Essentia Health share the framework for a bold vision to write the next chapter of healthcare for all Minnesotans.

The University of Minnesota and Essentia Health are in early discussions to create an “all-Minnesota health solution" under a new nonprofit entity.

Essentia Health and the University of Minnesota are looking to form a new non-profit health care organization, which could mean $1 billion dollars in investment.

MINNESOTA — Essentia Health and the University of Minnesota are looking to build a more sustainable future together with $1 billion dollars investment over the several years. Both organizations’ leaders have proposed the formation of a new non-profit health care organization,