Mr. Lauf has led Cape Cod Healthcare as president and CEO since 2010, overseeing a regional health system that includes two acute care hospitals, a trauma center, the Cape’s largest home health agency, seven urgent care centers, and a network of primary and specialty care. Under his leadership, the system has made over $1 billion in strategic investments without incurring new debt, driving growth in patient access, innovation and workforce development. Mr. Lauf has prioritized service excellence and operational performance, guiding the organization through major quality and technological advancements. Before his current role, he served as the system’s COO and as president of Cape Cod and Falmouth Hospitals. Mr. Lauf served as the 84th chair of the Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association board of trustees in 2025, leveraging his policy expertise to advocate for healthcare excellence statewide.
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Becker's Recognition
Michael Laufhas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
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Community hospitals are often the unsung heroes in healthcare, and CEOs are tasked with managing the delivery of coordinated and affordable community care. Beyond just acute care, many community hospital CEOs also ensure that patients can access primary care, rehabilitation, public health services and other resources. Executives are responsible for fostering a positive workforce culture, overseeing strategy, expanding service lines and maintaining financial stability.
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