April 24, 2023 – Corey Lovelace has been named chief executive officer (CEO) of HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital, a 207-bed acute care facility located in Port St. Lucie, Florida.
Lovelace previously served the last three and a half years as chief operating officer of HCA Florida Kendall Hospital, a 447-bed facility with two free-standing emergency rooms. During his time at Kendall, he grew key service lines, including robotic surgery, cardiology, urology and gynecology. He also helped facilitate approximately $200 million in capital projects, expanding the hospital’s capabilities and access points to support the growth of the Miami-Dade market.
“Corey’s leadership skills have driven a culture of excellence that enhanced quality outcomes, patient experience and operational efficiencies, making Kendall a top performer in HCA Healthcare. We are grateful to Corey for his dedication and commitment to our colleagues, patients and community,” said Charles Gressle, division president of HCA East Florida Division.
Prior to Kendall, Lovelace served as the chief operating officer of HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital. He has also held other hospital administration roles in Indiana and Alabama and is a decorated veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Lovelace was stationed at bases in Mississippi, New Mexico and Italy and deployed to support Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom.
Lovelace earned his bachelor’s degree in health care management and a master’s degree in business administration and health administration from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Lovelace will begin his position at HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital on May 22, 2023.
About HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital
HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital is a 207-bed acute care facility. The combined efforts of more than 400 skilled physicians and more than 900 dedicated employees have resulted in one of the most comprehensive healthcare facilities in Port St. Lucie. St. Lucie Hospital offers a full range of services that include a birthing center, cardiac catheterization lab, cancer care, minimally invasive robotic surgery, gynecologic, general and vascular surgery and wound care with hyperbaric services. Additionally, St. Lucie is home to a Senior-Friendly ER and Freestanding ER at Darwin Square as well as the Orthopedic & Spine Institute.
About HCA East Florida Division
HCA East Florida Division, a part of HCA Florida Healthcare, is a family of 14 hospitals, seven free-standing emergency rooms, 12 ambulatory surgery centers and 105 physician practices along the Treasure Coast and in Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade Counties. More than 15,000 dedicated colleagues proudly make up the East Florida Division and are committed to improving more lives in more ways and giving back to the communities. For more information, please visit HCAFloridaHealthcare.com.
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