The Healthcare Leadership Council, a national group of organizations across all healthcare sectors, named Barry Arbuckle, PhD, president and CEO of MemorialCare, as its new chair.
Dr. Arbuckle helms Fountain Valley, Calif.-based MemorialCare, which has more than 200 sites of care and 12,000-plus employees. MemorialCare has seen significant growth under Dr. Arbuckle's leadership, and has increased its participation in value-based networks and partnerships.
Dr. Arbuckle was previously chair of the California Hospital Association.
The Healthcare Leadership Council is a coalition of chief executives from institutions like Rochester, Minn.-based Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic and Aetna. The council jointly develops policies, plans and programs for the healthcare industry.