February 11, 2026 | news post

Dayton Children’s expands pediatric care access in Urbana and Springfield

A young child flexing, showing strength after being treated at Dayton Children's.

Dayton Children’s Hospital will acquire Mercy Health’s pediatric practice in Urbana and rehabilitation services in Springfield in early March.

Mercy Health and Dayton Children’s Hospital have long been strong collaborators, and this endeavor will bring the pediatric expertise of Dayton Children’s directly to these areas to strengthen children’s health in the region. Both hospitals desire stronger, more accessible and sustainable pediatric care for families in our region.

key details

  • Families will continue to see the same providers and therapists at the same locations, with no disruption to their established care relationships. 
  • Staff will become Dayton Children’s employees on March 9, 2026.  
  • Both entities will be renamed Dayton Children’s. 

“At Mercy Health, our priority has always been ensuring children and families have access to the highest quality care,” says Adam Groshans, market president of Mercy Health-Springfield. “Having Dayton Children’s pediatric expertise available in these communities strengthens children’s health across the region and helps ensure families can continue to receive specialized care close to home.”

“We know the path to children’s health is evolving, and this acquisition is another step along that path toward achieving the optimal health for every child within our reach,” said Debbie Feldman, president and CEO, Dayton Children’s Hospital. “We are committed to caring for the children in our region and continuously look at ways to serve them better. This opportunity benefits families today and opens doors to exciting possibilities for the future.”

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