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Matt Sogard has been named by HCA Midwest Health System as chief executive officer for Lee's Summit Medical Center.
Matt takes responsibility this month for the 64-bed facility, an accredited Chest Pain Center and Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center, and has a proven track record in operational excellence.
He's led a dynamic healthcare career as chief operating officer at Research Medical Center, where since 2012 he managed the day-to-day operations, directing many service line growth and programmatic development efforts, including major aspects of cardiovascular services, oncology, neurosciences, trauma/emergency services and the transplant program.
In 2013 he led the launch of the new major regional Grossman Burn Center at Research and was active in physician recruitment, on boarding and practice development, having been heavily involved with the hospital's rapidly growing 120+ provider employed physician group.
Before serving at Research, Matt was recognized by Becker's Hospital and Review as a "Rising Star" healthcare leader under 40.
"Matt is a highly effective leader and an accomplished hospital administrator with solid roots in our community and healthcare system," says M.L. Lagarde III, president, HCA Midwest Health System. "His enthusiasm and passion for working with physicians and staff to make an impact in the patient experience make him the ideal CEO for Lee's Summit Medical Center."
"I look forward to building on the great foundation that the Lee's Summit Medical Center team has developed in regards to growth, service and quality," Matt said. "Lee's Summit Medical Center is expanding to meet the needs of patients and families with progressive and innovative programs. I also look forward to continuing the positive physician relationships and community collaboration the team has established."
Matt earned his MHA and MBA from the University of Iowa, his bachelor's in biology from Iowa State University and he is a robust community leader involved with the American Heart Association, a Rose Brooks Center board member and an Epilepsy Foundation of Missouri & Kansas board member.
Matt replaces Jackie DeSouza, who assumed the role of CEO for Research Medical Center in January.
Congratulations, Matt.
