Kevin Klauer, DO, has been appointed chief medical officer for two HCA hospitals — HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and HCA Florida West Marion Hospital, according to ocala-news.com.
As CMO, Dr. Klauer will also oversee three freestanding emergency rooms, an imaging center, a wound care center and HCA Florida Ocala primary care offices.
Previously, Dr. Klauer served as CEO at the American Osteopathic Association.
"This hospital system has a reputation in the community of excellent patient care, and that starts with best-in-class health providers," said Alan Keesee, CEO of HCA Florida Ocala Hospital. "I have confidence Dr. Klauer's commitment to excellence will offer key quality oversight for our healthcare teams and patients."