Michael Anderson, MD, has been named as the chief executive officer and president of Fort HealthCare, according to a news release.
He will assume his new role in January of 2023.
Additionally, the release announced, CEO and President Mike Wallace will be retiring at the end of this year.
Within the release, Mary Behling, chairperson of the Fort HealthCare Board of Directors, said: “We’re excited about the talent and perspective that Dr. Anderson brings to Fort HealthCare in his new role as CEO. He has consistently demonstrated his dedication to the highest standards of care and improving the health of the community, and we’re confident that his leadership will position the organization well going forward.”
Anderson has held numerous positions within Fort HealthCare since 2003 in addition to his role as an otolaryngologist at the FHC ENT clinic. Along with his service as chief of surgery, medical director of perioperative services, and chief of staff, he also has served on the FHC Board of Directors for nine years and most recently held the position of senior vice president, medical affairs and chief medical officer, the release stated.
“Healthcare is evolving at a rapid pace. I’m honored to step into this role and navigate that future for the organization. As a physician, I understand the importance of quality and value-based healthcare, while sustaining medical excellence to the community. Fort HealthCare has a very bright future, and I feel extremely fortunate to be a part of it,” Anderson was quoted as saying in the release.
Further, the release noted, Wallace, has been with FHC since 2006 and will continue in an advisory role for the next year.
Under his leadership, the release continued, Fort HealthCare has received several recognitions, such as Top Workplace from the Journal Sentinel, Top 100 Rural and Community Hospital by The Chartis Center, and a five-star rating from CMS. In addition, Wallace has worked closely with the Wisconsin Hospital Association for the past 10 years and served as board chair in 2016. He was honored with the prestigious “Distinguished Service Award” by WHA last year.
“We have a strong culture at FHC that has allowed us to make a difference in the health of Jefferson County. Any recognition or successes we’ve had are a direct reflection of everyone who makes FHC what it is – the board, the providers, the staff, and the community. We have a strong management team and Dr. Anderson is uniquely positioned to lead FHC over the next decade. FHC has been the joy of my professional career. I’m fortunate that my family and I found our way to Fort Atkinson. I look forward to staying involved with the community,” Wallace was quoted as saying in the release, adding that he was proud of the institution’s people.
To learn more about Anderson, visit: https://www.forthealthcare.com/physician/michael-anderson-otolaryngologist-ent/.
Michael Anderson
Eric Borgerding, president and CEO of the Wisconsin Hospital Association, at left, and Mike Wallace, Fort HealthCare president and CEO display an award presented to Wallace for distinguished service in 2021. File photo.
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