With 36 years of experience in healthcare, Mr. Flicek is responsible for maintaining and driving operational results for Avera’s care delivery system including clinics, hospitals and Avera@Home. He was previously president and CEO of Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center. He led the hospital through tremendous growth, including construction of the Avera on Louise Health Campus, quality improvements, and solutions to peak capacity issues during and after the Covid pandemic. Since 1995, he has been instrumental in the formation of 75 partnerships between Avera and community clinics and hospitals. Under his leadership, Avera Medical Group has grown from seven employed physicians and providers to 1,269 who practice in 60 specialties. Clinic locations have expanded from two locations to 200 in five states.
