The healthcare economy in eastern North Carolina is an integral part of the region’s economic landscape. Anchored by major healthcare institutions like ECU Health and the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, the area has seen significant growth in healthcare services, medical research, and education.
The healthcare institutions headquartered here not only provide critical health services to Easter North Carolina’s population, but also contribute to the local economy through job creation, research funding, and partnerships with biotechnology firms.
The region’s focus on health sciences has spurred developments in telemedicine, rural healthcare delivery, and public health initiatives that address unique regional challenges. Through collaborations with local community colleges and vocational schools, NC East is helping to ensure a steady pipeline of trained healthcare professionals, further strengthening the economic impact of the healthcare sector in eastern North Carolina.
Job opportunities in our region include, but are not limited to:
The NC East Alliance is helping to shape the future of healthcare by:
