Category: Leadership & Management

Harvard’s Dr. Alexa Kimball talks mentorship, balancing roles and toppling barriers women face

Alexa Kimball, MD, is a renowned leader at Harvard Medical School — and her excellence has been recognized in more than one department.

Luminis Health CEO Tori Bayless doesn’t take herself too seriously

Growing up as one of four children, Tori Bayless learned the value of humor.

Why CEOs prefer these interactions in person

For hospitals and health systems, communication with employees is crucial, especially amid today’s workforce, financial and operational challenges. Although the pandemic has increased dependence on electronic and virtual communication, hospital and hea…

The secret to innovative healthcare teams: 60 executives and leaders weigh in

The executives featured in this article are all speaking at the Becker’s Healthcare 13th Annual Meeting April 3-6, 2023, at the Hyatt Regency in Chicago.

Why Allegheny’s CEO took on a new title

Cynthia Hundorfean has served as president and CEO of Pittsburgh-based Allegheny Health Network since February 2016. But she is taking on a new enterprise role once the new year arrives: chief living health development officer. 

‘Vast conspiracy’: Missouri hospital board, executives speak out on controversial reshuffling

Memphis, Mo.-based Scotland County Hospital District suddenly ousted its CEO and CFO on Aug. 16, sparking questions and fueling controversy. Three months later, former executives and board members — and one state senator — shared their perspectives on …

Montana Hospital Association CEO exits

Rich Rasmussen is no longer president and CEO of the Montana Hospital Association, the Independent Record reported Nov. 15.

Mount Sinai names dean of women’s health

New York City-based Mount Sinai has appointed Michal Elovitz, MD, to serve as dean for women’s health research at the Icahn School of Medicine, effective March 1. She will also serve as director of the center for the advancement of female biology, acco…

New Renown CEO to staff: Short stints not his style

Brian Ehrling, MD, the new president and CEO of Reno, Nev.-based Renown Health, said he is excited to keep business local — both the health system’s and his own. 

William Petasnick, former Froedtert CEO, dies at 76

William “Bill” Petasnick, former president and CEO of Milwaukee-based Froedtert Health, died Nov. 8 at age 76, according to his obituary.