Jim Witt, MBA, RN joined the leadership team at Westside Surgical Hospital as the chief administrative officer on May 5, 2014. Jim brings with him an abundance of healthcare and management experience. He was the president and CEO of Provena Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, Illinois and most recently served as chief operating officer at Memorial Hermann – Memorial City hospital. Jim holds a master degree in business administration and a bachelor of science degree in nursing. He is a Fellow with the American College of Healthcare Executives.
“I’m excited to join the Westside Surgical Hospital leadership team at this point in the organization’s development,” shares Witt. “I am impressed with the track record the hospital has realized in its first year, and I am confident that the staff and physicians can take it to a unique level in terms of clinical quality, reputation and service.”
Located near Southwest freeway and Weslayan drive, Westside Surgical Hospital opened in January, 2013 and is a physician-owned surgical hospital with a special focus on breast reconstruction and spinal surgery. “Hospitals like Westside are positioned to offer both surgeons and patients a superior experience by providing individualized service and accommodating personal preferences,” states Witt. “Patients have already expressed to me that their stay here was the most positive hospital experience they have ever had.”