Johnny Ball III was named senior vice president of regional hospital operations for Valdosta-based South Georgia Medical Center.
Mr. Ball has served the health system for 27 years, according to a Dec. 2 news release. He most recently served as vice president of marketing and public affairs.
In his new role, Mr. Ball will oversee administrative responsibilities at several offsite campuses, provide system-wide support and public relations services and operate the Smith Northview Campus when it opens this winter, the release said.