May 26, 2010

Sibley Memorial Hospital to Join Johns Hopkins Medicine

Dear Colleagues,

We are pleased to report today that Sibley Memorial Hospital has agreed to enter integration discussions with the Johns Hopkins Health System. Located in the nation’s capital, Sibley is a 328-bed acute care facility that is financially solid, has a high-end assisted living facility on its campus and a good reputation with respect to oncology, orthopedic, obstetric and geriatric services. This integration provides us with the critical mass to better position ourselves to offer the comprehensive, regional approach to health care that we anticipate the future will demand.

If the transaction is completed as planned, Sibley will become a member of Johns Hopkins Medicine, but will retain both its name and commitment to its community. The proposed integration does not involve any financial exchange, and leadership and day-to-day operations at Sibley are not expected to change.

We anticipate that Sibley will officially join the Johns Hopkins Health System in early fall after due diligence is concluded.

Thanks to each of you for your support as we continue to grow and transform to meet the demands of our community and the changing environment of health care.

Sincerely,

Edward D. Miller, M.D.
Dean of the Medical Faculty
CEO, Johns Hopkins Medicine

Ronald R. Peterson
President
The Johns Hopkins Hospital and Health System