Orthopedic surgeon Daniel Alexander, MD, was named chief administrative officer at Auburn (N.Y.) Community Hospital, Finger Lakes 1 News reported Nov. 16.
He joined Auburn Orthopedic Specialists in October and has more than 20 years of experience. He will continue his orthopedic practice alongside his new role.
As chief administrative officer, he will help plan, implement and evaluate medical care at this hospital and affiliated practices.
"Hospitals and physicians need alignment of their goals to foster safe and high-quality care," the hospital's President and CEO, Scott Berlucchi, said in the report. "Dr. Alexander has the kind of leadership and clinical capabilities to forge these alliances. He not only has excellent clinical skills as a practicing orthopedic surgeon but understands how to build successful practices and service lines and is an outstanding manager."