Ms. Sprengel is the president and CEO of CommonSpirit Health’s California Region, overseeing healthcare systems across a 650-mile stretch and serving nearly 10 million Californians. With over 20 years of experience, she has led strategic initiatives focusing on workforce recovery, graduate medical education, quality and safety, patient experience and sustainable growth. Ms. Sprengel manages 40,000 employees and 10,000 physicians, including 31 acute-care hospitals and more than 125 ambulatory care sites. She has fostered historic partnerships with institutions like Charles R. Drew University and Morehouse School of Medicine to expand training for diverse healthcare professionals. Additionally, Ms. Sprengel serves on the board of trustees for the Sacramento-based California Hospital Association and advocates for population health frameworks and provider diversification to improve clinical outcomes.
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