Mr. Surrock serves as CFO of Mission Regional Medical Center and interim CEO of Knapp Medical Center, playing a critical role in sustaining healthcare access for underserved populations along the U.S.-Mexico border. With over three decades of CFO experience, Mr. Surrock leads financial operations, budget management, compliance and revenue cycle optimization in a challenging payer environment. He is praised for his cost-containment strategies, integration of multi-tiered systems, and commitment to fostering high-performance teams. Under his financial leadership, Mission Regional has earned national accolades including Fortune/IBM Watson Health’s “Top 100 Hospitals” and multiple Healthgrades distinctions. His strategic insight continues to drive growth and quality improvement across South Texas hospitals within the Ontario, Calif.-based Prime Healthcare Foundation.
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Becker's Recognition
Lester Surrockhas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
2025 Winner

2026 Winner

