The role of Cleveland Clinic's international partnerships and global reach

Cleveland Clinic's international partnerships and global reach play a crucial role in advancing healthcare standards worldwide by collaborating with hospitals and healthcare organizations to share expertise, improve patient care, and implement international best practices. Through its Cleveland Clinic Connected program, it partners with institutions globally to align clinical operations, safety protocols, and treatment quality with its world-renowned standards, fostering continuous improvement and patient-centered care.

These partnerships involve strategic advisory roles, clinical development support, hospital design, recruitment, training, and operational guidance to help partner hospitals achieve comprehensive, internationally recognized healthcare delivery. For example, Cleveland Clinic experts collaborate with partner hospitals in specialties like oncology, cardiology, and neurology to assess and enhance clinical workflows and patient safety measures.

Additionally, Cleveland Clinic’s Global Patient Services (GPS) team supports international patients by providing tailored care coordination, from pre-arrival planning to post-treatment follow-up, ensuring a seamless healthcare experience for patients traveling abroad for specialized care.

Overall, Cleveland Clinic’s global reach extends through its own network of hospitals and outpatient centers across multiple countries, as well as through its partnerships, enabling it to influence healthcare quality and innovation on a global scale.