Here are three takeaways:
1. Mr. Sawa currently served as chief executive for Providence Seaside (Ore.) Hospital and North Coast Service Area.
2. He previously worked at Vancouver, Wash.-based PeaceHealth for two decades, serving in numerous management roles, including CEO.
3. Providence Portland Medical Center is a 483-bed tertiary referral center.
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