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Executive Personnel Changes - 11/22/24 

Executive Personnel Changes - 11/15/24

Executive Personnel Changes - 10/25/24 

Executive Personnel Changes - 10/18/24 

14 president, CEO job openings at large health systems Becker's Hospital Review; by Kelly Gooch; 10/10/24 Large health systems are seeking leaders for roles at the top of their hospitals across the U.S. Below are job listings active on the job boards of St. Louis-based Ascension, Franklin, Tenn.-based Community Health Systems, Chicago-based CommonSpirit Health and King of Prussia, Pa.-based Universal Health Services as of Oct. 10 for president and CEO positions with their hospitals or subsidiaries, organized by role. 

Hospice of Central PA President Gil Brown to retire Abel Personnel; by Rochelle Shenk; 10/9/24 After more than a decade of service at Hospice of Central PA, president Gil Brown will retire Dec. 31. According to a news release, Brown has been a driving force behind the organization’s growth, steering it through significant achievements and fostering strong relationships with health care partners and the community. Since joining Hospice of Central PA in 2014, Brown has led the organization through numerous milestones, including earning Joint Commission accreditation and securing a 5-star status in the We Honor Veterans program offered by the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization. ... “Working with Gil has been a truly inspiring experience,” said Hank Straub, HCP Board Member. “His unwavering commitment to compassionate care and his visionary leadership have not only shaped Hospice of Central PA, but also set a high standard for excellence. Gil’s ability to lead with both heart and strategic focus has made a lasting impact, and it has been an honor to collaborate with him in serving our community.” 

Executive Personnel Changes - 9/27/24 

Pay cuts, layoffs hit the C-suite Becker's Hospital CFO Report; by Alan Condon; 9/25/24 Health systems are increasingly trimming executive positions and pay to stabilize their financial footing amid rising operational costs, workforce shortages and inflationary pressures. Springfield, Mass.-based Baystate Health will see three top leaders depart, effective Oct. 23, including Chief Quality Officer Doug Salvador, MD, Chief Information and Digital Officer Kevin Conway and Chief Human Resources Officer Kristin Morales-Lemieux. ... Similarly, Providence, R.I.-based Lifespan has cut 20% of its executive roles as part of a broader restructuring effort aimed at reducing overhead costs and directing more resources to patient care. The restructuring has led to the departure of key figures, including Crista Durand, who served as president of Newport (R.I.) Hospital since 2014. ... Corvallis, Ore.-based Samaritan Health Services recently laid off 1% of its workforce and temporarily reduced executive pay to counteract financial losses. ... For hospital executives across the country, these cuts serve as a stark reminder that restructuring may be inevitable to maintain operational viability. As the healthcare landscape evolves, systems will continue to seek ways to reduce overhead, streamline decision-making, and focus on financial sustainability.

Executive Personnel Changes - 9/20/24 

Habitat Health gets $50 million in funding, names CEO Modern Healthcare; by Diane Eastabrook; 9/10/24Habitat Health announced Tuesday it has tapped former Cigna executive Matthew Bennett as CEO and raised $50 million in capital as the company prepares to open its first Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly in Sacramento, California early next year. Bennett previously held several executive positions at Cigna, including senior vice president of care delivery at Evernorth, the company’s pharmacy and healthcare provider services business. He said he plans to use the new capital to launch Habitat Health's PACE programs throughout California. 

Hospice of Hope names new executive director The Highland County Press, Hillsboro, OH; by Hospice of Hope Press Release; 9/3/24 Hospice of Hope has recently announced the appointment of Derek (Shawn) Flaugher as the organization’s new Executive Director. Flaugher will succeed Anthony (Tony) Trovato, who is set to retire at the end of September 2024. Flaugher obtained his Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Morehead State University and pursued a master’s degree in accounting at Clemson University. A retired Army National Guard Veteran with a combat tour in Afghanistan, Flaugher has dedicated 31 years to Hospice of Hope, progressing through roles including Staff Accountant, Controller and Director of Business Operations. Outgoing Executive Director Tony Trovato expressed his confidence in Flaugher, stating, "I am pleased to pass on the leadership to someone as committed and accomplished as Shawn. His wealth of experience and deep understanding of the healthcare landscape will be invaluable in his new capacity."  

Amedisys CIO Michael North exits with $3m severance package TipRanks; announcement provided by Amedisys; 8/22/24 Amedisys, Inc. is seeing the departure of its Chief Information Officer, Michael P. North, at the end of August 2024. He will be leaving with a substantial severance package worth over $3 million, provided he adheres to the terms of the mutual separation agreement. This agreement is still subject to a revocation period and will be detailed further in the company’s upcoming quarterly report.

Interim HealthCare Welcomes Rexanne Domico as President and Chief Operating Officer Business Wire, Sunrise, FL; by Interim HealthCare; 8/20/24 Interim HealthCare Inc., [a national] network of home care, senior care, home health, hospice and medical staffing services, announced today the appointment of Rexanne Domico as President and Chief Operating Officer. "We’re excited to welcome Rexanne to Interim HealthCare to help champion our mission and shape our operational strategies," said Paul Mastrapa, CEO of Interim HealthCare. "Her hands-on leadership style, deep industry knowledge, and proven track record of fostering growth and excellence make her exceptionally well-suited to lead our regional teams and guide our franchisees nationwide to provide the high-end care we are known for."