ORA Orthopedics ends 60-year partnership with Genesis Health System, ending orthopedic services at two hospitals by Dec. 18, 2025, citing value misalignment after Genesis joined MercyOne.

ORA Orthopedics is ending its 60-year partnership with Genesis Health System, citing misaligned values after Genesis transitioned to MercyOne, with orthopedic emergency and trauma services ending at two hospitals by December 18, 2025. ORA said the decision was made to uphold its patient care mission, while MercyOne confirmed ORA initiated the split without cause and has since expanded orthopedic services in the Quad-Cities and Clinton areas with new providers and locations. Care remains uninterrupted, with emergency coverage continuing at UnityPoint Hospitals. Meanwhile, the U.S. faces a growing nursing shortage, projected to reach about 295,800 registered nurses by 2025, with persistent regional disparities and demand outpacing supply due to aging populations and pandemic impacts.