Odessa Hospitals to Receive Millions To Fight Covid-19

ODESSA, TX – As the Permian Basin continues to grapple with the Covid-19 pandemic, local hospitals will be receiving millions from the City of Odessa.

“Wealth isn’t always measured in dollar signs,” said Mayor Javier Joven. “Since the beginning of this pandemic, our hospitals and first responders have been in this fight against this terrible virus. Our community has faith and trust in all of our medical community to guide us through this trying time. These monies needed to be dedicated to the fight against COVID-19. It will go a long way in assisting in this fight. #Odessastrong - together we’re stronger.”

The Odessa City Council voted unanimously to approve using American Rescue Plan Act funds to give Medical Center Hospital and Odessa Regional Medical Center a total of $4 million. The funds will be used to help the hospitals deal with staff shortages.

“Simply put, this money will directly help save lives in the fight against COVID-19,” said the President and CEO of Medical Center Health, System Russell Tippin. "We cannot express our gratitude enough to the city council and city leaders. They have been true partners to our hospitals since the beginning of the pandemic and we are so appreciative of their continued trust and faith as we continue to fight this terrible virus.”

Medical Center Hospital will receive $3 million, while Odessa Regional Medical Center will be awarded $1 million.

“We are incredibly grateful for the financial support from the City of Odessa,” said the President of the Odessa Regional Medical Center, Stacey Brown.“The fact that we received unanimous support was such a morale boost to our facility, physicians, and staff. It validated our local leaders’ commitment to Odessa Regional Medical Center and our joint fight against COVID-19 in our community.”