West Virginia University Hospitals Announces Albert Wright Jr. as CEO

Morgantown-based West Virginia University Hospitals has selected Albert Wright Jr., PharmD, as president and CEO, effective August 11.

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He will also serve as CEO for Ruby Memorial, WVUH’s flagship hospital.

Mr. Wright currently serves as vice president for operations at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Presbyterian Shadyside. He is taking over duties for Bruce McClymonds, who plans to retire at the end of the month.

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