Health System with 4 hospitals across 1 state
| Health System | Broward Health |
|---|---|
| Total Hospitals | 4 |
| Commercial/Acute Hospitals | 4 |
| Total Beds | 1536 |
| Commercial/Acute Beds | 1536 |
| Headquarters | Fort Lauderdale, FL |
| Website | browardhealth.org |
| Hospital | Type | Beds | Teaching | Recently Joined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broward Health Medical Center | Acute Care Hospital | 723 | Yes | No |
| Broward Health North | Acute Care Hospital | 409 | No | No |
| Broward Health Imperial Point | Acute Care Hospital | 204 | No | No |
| Broward Health Coral Springs | Acute Care Hospital | 200 | No | No |
Shane Strum is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Broward Health, a significant public healthcare system in the U.S. A Broward County native, his nearly three-decade career includes extensive public service and executive roles. Before leading Broward Health, Strum was chief of staff for Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, involved in state budget implementation and pandemic response. Previously, he was a senior vice president at Memorial Healthcare System, overseeing strategic areas and managing a large staff and budget. His background also includes serving on the South Broward Hospital District Board and roles in higher education at Keiser University and Nova Southeastern University. Strum holds an MBA from Nova Southeastern University and a BA from the University of Alabama. He is also recognized for his involvement in the local community through various board memberships.
Alan Whaley serves as the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Broward Health, a position he has held since July 2022. Prior to joining Broward Health, he was the chief operating officer/chief strategy officer for the University of South Alabama Health System, where he was credited with leading a period of growth and financial improvement. Before his time at USA Health, which he joined in 2016 as chief strategy officer, Whaley spent 22 years with Infirmary Health System in Mobile, eventually becoming executive vice president and chief strategy officer. Academically, Whaley holds a Doctor of Business Administration from the University of South Alabama. He also earned a Master of Healthcare Administration and a Master of Business Administration with concentrations in Finance and Marketing from Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio. His undergraduate education includes a Bachelor of Science with a double major in business administration and information systems from Georgetown College in Georgetown, Kentucky.
Steven Travers, Ph.D., CHCIO, CDH-E, was appointed Chief Information Officer at Broward Health in March 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing and managing information systems, medical review systems, office automation, and data telecommunications. Before joining Broward Health, Travers served as CIO at USA Health, an academic health system in Alabama. During his time there, he led initiatives including the introduction of artificial intelligence to clinical workflows, the implementation of advanced telehealth capabilities, and the orchestration of EMR integration. Travers has over 25 years of experience in healthcare information technology. His background includes management roles at Ernst & Young, CapGemini, and Accenture, as well as founding Travers Consulting, which provided management consulting services for the healthcare industry. Academically, Travers holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration-Management from the University of South Alabama, a Master of Business Administration from Millsaps College, a Master of Science in Biology from the University of South Alabama, and a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology from the Mississippi University for Women. He has also served as an adjunct instructor at the University of South Alabama Mitchell College of Business and as a board member of the Alabama HIMSS. He is a certified healthcare CIO and a certified digital health executive.
Linda Epstein is the General Counsel at Broward Health, a position she has held since 2019. Prior to her legal career, she was a registered nurse, a background that informs her current role. Described as a respected leader and trusted advisor, Epstein is known for providing honest assessments, sound judgment, and creative solutions to complex legal matters. As General Counsel, she oversees Broward Health's in-house legal department, emphasizing transparency, accountability, and integrity. Her responsibilities include ensuring the health system complies with all relevant legal and ethical standards. Epstein is also noted for her business insights and contributions to Broward Health's strategic planning.
Marcy Mills-Matthews is the Acting Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Broward Health. In this role, she has been involved in discussions regarding workforce development and addressing skill shortages in the healthcare sector, particularly the need to encourage young people to consider healthcare professions from an early age. Mills-Matthews is also the listed sponsor for various Broward Health policies, including those concerning employee conduct, anti-discrimination, and workplace safety. She has spoken publicly about the organization's mission and vision, emphasizing employee pride and engagement. Records indicate her involvement in HR leadership at Broward Health since at least May 2022.
David Clark is the Senior Vice President of Operations at Broward Health. He has over 15 years of experience as a senior-level administrator in capital projects and healthcare programs. In his role, he is responsible for overseeing daily operations and leading the Construction, Facilities, and Design Departments. Clark joined Broward Health in April 2018 as the assistant vice president of corporate services and was later promoted to his current position. Before his time at Broward Health, he served as the executive director of Facilities and Construction at Boca Raton Regional Hospital. He also held the position of associate vice president of Facilities Construction and Design (FC&D) at Jackson Health System, where he oversaw various project initiatives including new construction, expansions, renovations, and infrastructure projects totaling over $3 billion. His prior experience also includes leadership roles at Phoenix Construction Group, Inc., CCE Construction, Inc., and Centex Rogers Construction, Inc. Academically, Clark holds an undergraduate degree in architectural and facilities engineering from Tennessee State University and a Master of Business Administration from Nova Southeastern University. He is a licensed certified general contractor, a LEED accredited professional, and a member and Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives. He has also served as an adjunct professor at Florida Atlantic University, teaching leadership in their Executive Programs.
Melida Akiti is the Corporate Transformation Executive at Broward Health. She is an experienced healthcare executive with a history of success in the South Florida area. Before joining Broward Health, she was the vice president and later the chief community officer at Memorial Healthcare System, where she led primary care initiatives. She also served as vice president and chief administrator at Jackson Health System. Akiti holds a Master of Arts in Social Work from Barry University and a Master of Arts in Psychology from Saint Mary University in the Republic of Panama. She is also a licensed clinical social worker in Florida. Beyond her executive roles, Akiti has held leadership positions on various boards, including being a past board chair and member of the Health Foundation of South Florida, a past board chair and member of ChildNet, and an emeritus board member of Hispanic Unity. She has also been appointed to the Broward Homeless Continuum of Care Advisory Board and the Broward Racial Equity Task Force.
Bernardo “Bernie” B. Fernandez Jr., M.D., is the Corporate Physician Executive at Broward Health. He joined Broward Health after previously serving as chief executive officer of Baptist Health Medical Group from 2014 to 2023 and as Chief Executive Officer and President of Cleveland Clinic Florida from 2006 to 2014. Dr. Fernandez is an internist specializing in vascular medicine. He received his medical degree from the Ponce School of Medicine in Ponce, Puerto Rico, and completed his internal medicine residency and vascular medicine fellowship at The Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. He also holds an MBA from the University of Miami and a Leadership and Management Certificate from The Wharton School of Business. Active in the South Florida community, Dr. Fernandez has held numerous appointments, including serving on the President's Commission on White House Fellowships, as chairman of the Florida Board of Medicine, and as a member of the Orange Bowl Committee and the Broward Workshop. He was also a leader with Florida Atlantic University, helping to establish the voluntary faculty for the Schmidt College of Medicine. In 2013, he was recognized as the National Hospital CEO of the Year by The Association of Hispanic Healthcare Executives.
Prior to joining Broward Health, Jeffrey served as the associate vice president of strategic planning at the University of Miami Health System. Previously, Jeffrey served in leadership positions at Quorum Health Resources in Brentwood, TN; Corrigo Health Care Solutions in Clearwater, FL; and Ernst & Young in Iselin, NJ. Jeffrey earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Vermont and his Master of Business Administration from Iona College in New Rochelle, NY.
Before joining Broward Health, Jenna served in various leadership roles at Memorial Healthcare System's Cardiac & Vascular Institute, including director of cardiac and vascular service lines, director of business development and operations, and director of clinical business operations. She is a fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives of which she served as president in 2023. Jenna earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and her Master of Science in Healthcare Administration from the University of Central Florida.