Since 2011, Dr. Estes has been president and CEO of Saint Luke’s Health System. Drawing from her background as a board-certified neurologist and neuropathologist, Dr. Estes oversees 14 hospitals, care institutes, home care and hospice, behavioral health, physician practices and beyond. She brings leadership expertise to her role, having previously served as president and CEO of Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington, Vt., CMO and then CEO of Cleveland Clinic Florida, and executive vice president and chief of staff for MetroHealth System in Cleveland. Dr. Estes shares her knowledge and insights through speaking engagements on the regional, national and global level at various healthcare conferences. She also serves as a guest columnist, most recently in CEO Circle, the monthly membership newsletter for the American College of Healthcare Executives.
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Becker's Recognition
Mindy Estes, MDhas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
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60 Health System CEO Influencers
Thanks to their high-visibility roles, hospital and health system CEOs have the unique opportunity to influence the healthcare industry as a whole.
Whether these leaders are challenging the status quo, championing public health issues, pioneering new models of care, or embracing novel technologies, the nation – and even the world – is watching. More often than not, the precedents these executives set go on to become the golden standard for healthcare.
Becker’s is proud to honor 60 hospital and health system CEOs who are using their considerable influence to shape the future of healthcare.
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