Since 2021, Ms. Fast has served as CEO of St. Bernard Parish Hospital. With 17 years of healthcare experience under her belt and a tenure at Ochsner beginning in 2010, Ms. Fast has played a vital role in expanding access to care in St. Bernard Parish, including launching a multi-specialty clinic and women’s health services. Under her leadership, the hospital has invested over $10 million in capital improvements and earned repeated accolades, including eight consecutive Leapfrog “A” ratings and recognition from U.S. News & World Report. In 2024, she was honored with the “Model Working Women” award from the St. Bernard Business and Professional Women’s Club. She contributes to community and industry leadership through board service with the St. Bernard Chamber and Economic Development Foundation, as well as membership in the American College of Healthcare Executives and the Rotary Club.
