Bob Baxter, President of Mercy Health – Toledo

Welcome to the Becker's Healthcare podcast. In this episode, Molly Gamble sits down with Bob Baxter, President of Mercy Health – Toledo, an 8-hospital system within Bon Secours Mercy Health, Ohio's largest health system. They discuss the benefits of a regionalized executive structure, balancing localized decision-making with standardization, and the challenges and opportunities faced by health systems. Bob shares insights on workforce issues, declining enrollment in nursing programs, and innovative initiatives to address these challenges. He also talks about Mercy Health's partnership with the Toledo Urban Federal Credit Union to support community members in rehabilitating their homes. Tune in for valuable perspectives on investments in social determinants of health and prioritizing community needs.