Ms. Daniels serves as COO of The George Washington University Hospital, where she oversees hospital operations with a focus on quality, safety, patient experience and financial performance. She assumed the role in October 2023 after serving as COO of the Jackson-based University of Mississippi Medical Center, where she helped the hospital improve its rankings and advance clinical productivity. Earlier in her career, Ms. Daniels served at the Charlottesville-based University of Virginia Medical Center as interim chief of ambulatory operations, where she guided the strategic growth of its outpatient enterprise. At The George Washington University Hospital, Ms. Daniels leverages her extensive experience leading level 1 trauma centers to strengthen integrated care delivery across the Washington, D.C. region.
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Becker's Recognition
Kimberlee Danielshas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
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Academic Medical Center COOs to Know
Academic medical centers are a crucial part of the healthcare delivery system. AMC COOs are committed to streamlining operations to offer excellent patient care using research and innovation.
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