Baystate Health is a not-for-profit, integrated health care system serving over 800,000 people throughout western New England. The system includes five hospitals, a large network of primary care and specialty care providers, and a range of community-based health services. Baystate Health is the largest employer in western Massachusetts, with over 12,000 employees, and is a major contributor to the region's economy. The system is committed to providing high-quality, affordable health care to all patients, regardless of their ability to pay, and has received numerous awards and recognitions for its clinical excellence and patient-centered care.