Angela Arnold, DPT, serves as director of rehabilitative services at Memorial Hospital West, providing leadership for acute care and outpatient rehabilitation programs while overseeing a team of 130 employees. Her path to healthcare began as a patient after a knee injury at age 15, when months of rehabilitation inspired her to become a physical therapist. Years later, she returned to that same clinic to help guide others through their own recovery.

Known for a leadership style that is fair, transparent and grounded in unwavering support, Dr. Arnold encourages emerging leaders to stay resilient, embrace continuous growth and lead with authenticity. “Stay fiercely committed to your goals,” Dr. Arnold said. “Resilience is forged on the hardest days.”

She credits much of her leadership success to building highly engaged teams that deliver exceptional patient care. Dr. Arnold believes healthcare leaders must embrace innovation while preserving the human connection that remains at the heart of healing.



Carina A. Marrero, MHA, serves as chief operating officer at Memorial Hospital Miramar, where she oversees the hospital’s daily operations and provides executive leadership for its support and ancillary departments.

A Memorial team member for 27 years, Marrero began her career as a CT technologist after discovering her passion for healthcare through HOSA in high school. She credits Memorial’s commitment to developing its employees with helping shape her leadership journey. Known for her collaborative, transparent and servant-oriented leadership style, she keeps patients at the center of every decision.

“My advice is to focus less on chasing titles and more on building a strong foundation through every opportunity you’re given,” Marrero said. “Every experience builds the skills, relationships and perspective needed to become an effective leader.”

As healthcare continues to evolve, Marrero believes leaders must balance financial pressures, workforce challenges and emerging technologies while remaining adaptable and committed to improving the lives of patients, families and caregivers.



As Mission Leader at Holy Cross Health, Mary Carter Waren, D.Min. helps ensure the organization’s Catholic identity remains part of everyday life across the ministry. A member of the executive leadership team, she oversees Mission Integration Essential Services including ethics, formation, mission leadership, spiritual care and the well-being of colleagues. For Carter Waren, mission is not separate from healthcare; it is reflected in how people are treated, how decisions are made and how Holy Cross Health serves its community. She helped establish the Holy Cross Health Legacy Program, helping colleagues connect the organization’s values and traditions to their daily work. Carter Waren holds a bachelor’s degree in music from University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, a master’s in pastoral ministries from St. Thomas University and a doctorate in ministry from Barry University.



Cinthia Rogers, BSN, RN, serves as director of the Memorial Healthcare System Douglas Road ER, overseeing clinical, operational and strategic functions. She also played a role in the opening of the emergency room, expanding access to high-quality emergency care across the community.

As a bedside emergency nurse, Rogers saw firsthand how strong leadership could improve both patient outcomes and the caregiver experience, inspiring her to pursue leadership. She believes leadership is about listening, removing barriers and creating opportunities for others to succeed while fostering a culture of trust, accountability and compassion.

One lesson that continues to shape Rogers’ leadership is that investing in people strengthens every aspect of patient care. “Leadership is not about having all the answers,” Rogers said. “When you invest in your people, listen to their perspectives and help them succeed, they will accomplish far more than you could alone.”



Marisa Abrahiem, PharmD, MBA, BCPPS, CPh, serves as director of pharmacy at Memorial Hospital Pembroke. Mentored by leaders who recognized her talent for process improvement, she progressed from clinical pharmacist through a series of leadership roles, driven by a passion for improving patient safety and operational excellence.

Abrahiem is especially proud of leading Memorial Hospital Pembroke’s retention and recognition committee, helping create a culture where team members feel seen, valued and celebrated. She believes exceptional leaders balance innovation with empathy, empowering others while building trust through collaboration.

Her advice to emerging leaders is to stay curious, listen more than you speak and build relationships rooted in trust. “People feel valued when their voices are heard and they see the impact of their feedback and suggestions,” Abrahiem said.

One lesson that continues to shape her leadership is that meaningful progress begins by listening.