CORE CLINICAL PARTNERS EXPANDS WESTERN PRESENCE THROUGH NEW PARTNERSHIP WITH PORTNEUF MEDICAL CENTER
Pocatello, Idaho – Core Clinical Partners has announced a new partnership with Portneuf Medical Center, part of Ardent Health Services, to provide Hospital Medicine management beginning Sunday, November 1, 2026. This partnership expands Core’s presence in the West while bringing physician-led leadership and clinical expertise to a leading regional medical center in southeastern Idaho.
Portneuf Medical Center is a 205-bed acute care hospital and regional Level II Trauma and tertiary care center. As a key healthcare provider in the region, Portneuf offers a wide range of services, including heart and vascular care, cancer treatment, critical care, orthopedics, women’s health, and emergency services. Portneuf serves as an important healthcare resource for patients and families throughout southeastern Idaho and the surrounding region.
Through this partnership, Core will work closely with Portneuf leadership and clinical teams to support Hospital Medicine operations, strengthen clinician recruitment and retention, and advance clinical quality. Core’s physician-led model is designed to provide the leadership and resources needed to build a strong and sustainable Hospital Medicine program.
“Providing our clinicians with the resources and support they need is essential to delivering the level of care our patients expect. We’re excited about the opportunity to partner with Core to build on the strong care already being delivered at Portneuf Medical Center,” said Roger Passmore, MD, Chief Medical Officer at Portneuf Medical Center.
“Partnering with Portneuf Medical Center represents an exciting opportunity for Core as we continue to expand our reach into the western United States,” said Boykin Robinson, MD, MBA, FACHE, CEO of Core Clinical Partners. “Portneuf has a strong reputation for providing comprehensive care across the region. We are proud to join their team and look forward to bringing our Hospital Medicine expertise and physician-led approach to Pocatello.”
Core Clinical Partners is actively recruiting Hospital Medicine physicians and APPs to join the Portneuf Medical Center team. Clinicians interested in learning more are encouraged to contact Kevin Yerovsek, VP of Recruiting, at kyerovsek@coreclinicalpartners.com.
About Core Clinical Partners
Core Clinical Partners is a physician-founded and physician-led practice management company founded on the principles of partnership, transparency and clinical alignment, overseeing Hospital Medicine and Emergency Medicine programs across the country. By combining the capabilities of a national organization with individualized, on-the-ground support, Core works alongside hospitals and health systems to strengthen clinical programs, improve patient experience and achieve exceptional outcomes. For more information, visit CoreClinicalPartners.com.
About Portneuf Medical Center
Based in Pocatello, Idaho, Portneuf Medical Center is a nationally recognized, comprehensive healthcare leader accredited by The Joint Commission. With 205 beds, PMC serves as the region’s tertiary care center and Regional Level II Trauma Center and is home to the Portneuf Heart and Vascular Institute, Portneuf Cancer Center, Portneuf Medical Group and Portneuf Air Rescue. PMC has a level 3 neonatal intensive care unit, an adult Intensive Care Unit, nationally recognized orthopedic services, a full suite of cardiac care, center of excellence recognized surgeons, imaging, primary and specialty care. We pursue excellence every day in our hospital and clinics as well as educate the next generation of physicians and health professionals. For more information, please visit our website at Portneuf.org.
The governance of Portneuf Medical Center is split 50/50 between Portneuf Health Trust and the parent company Ardent Health Services As a major employer in Pocatello, we have 1,600 well-qualified employees and we continue to grow.
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MEDIA CONTACT:
Shannon Cornett, MBA,
Vice President of Marketing & Communications
Core Clinical Partners
404.500.8147
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