Anderson Hospital in Maryville, Ill., has appointed Charles Lane, MD, as its first CMO, effective Aug. 1.
Here are three things to know about Dr. Lane.
1. As the hospital's first CMO, Dr. Lane said his goal is "[for] patients to know they are receiving safe, quality care using the best practices."
2. Dr. Lane has been a member of Anderson's medical staff for 23 years having served as By-Laws Committee chairman, Credentials Committee chairman and president of the medical staff. He currently serves as Surgeon Champion related to Anderson's participation in the Illinois Surgical Quality Improvement Collaborative and is on the executive board of the Southern Illinois Healthcare Association.
3. He will continue in his current practice as a surgeon with General & Laparoscopic Surgical Associates.
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