University of Wisconsin Health

University of Wisconsin Health, operating under the aliases UW Health, is the academic health system affiliated with the University of Wisconsin‑Madison and provides a comprehensive range of medical services across the state. It operates hospitals, outpatient clinics, specialty care centers, and affiliated physician practices that deliver inpatient and outpatient care, emergency services, surgical procedures, maternity care, and pediatric treatment. The organization also offers diagnostic imaging, laboratory services, rehabilitation programs, and preventive health initiatives to patients throughout Wisconsin and surrounding regions. In addition to direct patient care, UW Health supports medical education by training residents, fellows, and students from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. Its clinical operations are integrated with research activities that aim to translate scientific discoveries into improved therapies and health outcomes. The health system utilizes the Epic electronic health record platform, including the MyChart patient portal, to facilitate care coordination and patient engagement.

As an academic medical center, UW Health distinguishes itself through its dual mission of delivering high‑quality clinical care while advancing biomedical research and health professions education. Its affiliation with a major public research university enables it to participate in multicenter clinical trials, health services research, and innovation initiatives that are not typically available at community‑only hospitals. The organization operates as a nonprofit entity, governed by a board that includes representatives from the university and the health system, ensuring alignment with both educational and community health objectives. UW Health’s structure includes several key entities such as UW Hospital and Clinics, American Family Children’s Hospital, and the UW Medical Foundation, which collectively form an integrated delivery network. While specific employee counts or revenue figures are not detailed in the supplied sources, the system is recognized as one of the largest employers in the Madison metropolitan area and a significant provider of tertiary and quaternary care in the Midwest. The organization’s commitment to safety and privacy is underscored by its response to past incidents, including timely notification and remediation efforts following unauthorized access to patient information.