California hospital taps new chief operating and strategy officer

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Colton, Calif.-based Arrowhead Regional Medical Center has named Carlos Prieto, DrPH, as its new chief operating and strategy officer, according to a March 5 news release.

Prior to his new role, Mr. Prieto served as ARMC’s acting COO since November 2025. He also served as the hospital’s chief of business development and strategy.

“In his new capacity, Carlos will work closely with our leadership team and me to strengthen our hospital as a hub for advanced medicine and medical education in San Bernardino County,” ARMC Chief Executive Officer Andrew Goldfrach said in the release. “I am proud to have someone with Carlos’s experience and dedication leading this important work.”

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