Massachusetts Seizes St. Elizabeth Medical Center To Keep Hospital Open

Massachusetts seized St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center in Brighton, Massachusetts, through eminent domain. The move will keep the hospital open, allow the state to take control of the property, and transition operation of the hospital to a new medical services provider, Boston Medical Center (BMC).;;

The facility was previously operated by Steward Hospitals. During May 2024,;Steward filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.;It is looking for buyers for its hospitals.; ;

During the legal takeover process, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey declared closure of the facility would create a public health emergency. The governor’s action . . .