Several MEDITECH customers were recently named by Becker’s Healthcare as Community Hospital CEOs to Know as part of the publication’s annual list program. The executives were selected for their efforts to provide “high-quality, low-cost care to patients in the communities they serve.”
“Congratulations to this accomplished group of executives who are having a profound impact on the health and wellness of their communities,” said MEDITECH Executive Vice President and COO Helen Waters. “It is rewarding to see their efforts recognized by the industry and we wish all of them continued success.”
In addition to providing acute care, many community hospitals also offer primary care, specialized services, rehabilitation, public health services, and more. The Becker’s Healthcare list recognized that CEOs are responsible for growing these service lines as well as strategy, workplace culture, and financial stability.
MEDITECH customers featured in the Community Hospital CEOs to Know list include:
Vallerie Gleason, President and CEO of NMC Health
Darlene Rodowicz, President and CEO of Berkshire Health Systems
Bill Little, CEO of Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center
Parrish Scarboro, CEO of Chino Valley Medical Center
Christine Schuster, President and CEO of Emerson Health
Don Avery, President and CEO at Fairview Park Hospital
Thomas Kleinhanzl, President and CEO at Frederick Health
Kay Whitley, CEO of Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center and Spanish Peaks Veterans Community Living Center
George Mikitarian, President and CEO of Parrish Medical Center
John Horner, President and CEO of MHP Major Hospital
Nizar Kifaieh, MD, President and CEO of Hudson Regional Hospital
Shawn Howard, President and CEO of McAlester Regional Health Center
Dara Bartels, President and CEO of Mile Bluff Medical Center
Jeff Mengenhausen, CEO, Montrose Regional Health
Thomas Mee, BSN, RN. CEO at North Country Healthcare
Cathy Pimple, DNP, RN. CEO at Newman Regional Health
Chris Lumsden, President and CEO, Northern Regional Hospital
Felissa Koernig, President and CEO of Oneida Health
David Huffstutler, President and CEO of St. David's HealthCare
Kandice Allen, CEO of Share Medical Center
Cory Edmondson, President and CEO of Peterson Health
Denise Webber, President and CEO, Stillwater Medical
Brian Murphy, MD, CEO of Valley View Hospital
Steven Edgar, CEO of Medical City Denton
The 2024 list includes Mile Bluff Medical Center President and CEO Dara Bartels who was recognized for initiating innovative programs such as the AI-powered Search and Summarization as well as driving “organizational success by aligning operational and financial goals, streamlining processes, and fostering a core value system that promotes healthy dialogue and accountability.” The organization was also recently named a Great Community Hospital.
“I am honored to be recognized as one of the top 160 Community Hospital CEOs to Know in 2024. Being included on Becker's list of community hospital CEOs is a testament to my dedication to healthcare leadership and my commitment to excellence at Mile Bluff Medical Center,” said Bartels. “This achievement underscores my commitment to excellence in healthcare leadership and our collective efforts to innovate, adapt, and deliver exceptional patient care.”
Bartels continued, “Staying true to who you are in the midst of change is vital; though you grow and learn, your core being is what will bring you success. The path to success has many highs and lows, and handling these situations effectively is crucial. I lead with authenticity and embrace inclusivity, navigating challenges with resilience and determination. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to lead a committed group in an environment that values the human touch in healthcare. Through my leadership, we continue to make a meaningful impact on our community and the healthcare field.”
Becker’s Healthcare's editorial team selected the CEOs featured in this year’s list based on nominations and research. The list program runs throughout the year, highlighting different categories each month. MEDITECH customers and executives have been recognized in several recent lists including CIOs to Know, Great Community Hospitals, and Women in Health IT to Know.
