Professional Summary
Dr. Timothy Putnam, DHA, MBA, EMT, FACHE, has dedicated 40 years to healthcare leadership, with a particular focus on rural settings. He currently holds the positions of Faculty at the Medical University of South Carolina and President of Rural Health Consulting.
Experience
Medical University of South Carolina
Faculty (October 2021 – Present)
Rural Health Consulting
President (October 2021 – Present)
Margaret Mary Health – Batesville, IN
President and CEO (January 2009 – October 2021)
One of the largest Community/Critical Access Hospitals in the country, with $110M Net Revenue, 800 FTEs, 20,000 ER visits, and 500+ deliveries each year.
Mercer County Hospital
CEO (June 2003 – January 2009)
Led the Senior Management team.
St. Mary’s Medical Center – Evansville, Indiana
Director of Ambulatory Care Services
Responsible for various outpatient services, including: Emergency Services, Family Practice Residency, Endoscopy, Outpatient Surgical Services, Laser Treatment Center, Same Day Surgery, Diabetic Foot Clinic, Infusion Services, Outreach Services, Mobile Dental Clinic, Family Practice and OB/Peds Clinic.
Education
Medical University of South Carolina (2007-2010)
Doctorate of Health Administration – Health Policy and Administration
University of Southern Indiana (1997-2000)
MBA – Business
Oakland City University (1992-1996)
BS – Organizational Management
Vincennes University (1981-1983)
AS – Laser/Electronics/Optics
Board and Committee Memberships
A history of service and leadership:
- American Heart Association’s Stroke Committee
- Alliance for Women’s Health and Prevention
- Purdue University Center for Rural and Migrant Health
- Indiana Graduate Medical Education Board (Appointed by then-Governor Mike Pence)
- COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force – Led the Healthcare Access and Quality subcommittee (Appointed by President Joe Biden)
Skills
Expertise to guide your organization
- Strategic Planning
- Hospitals
- Healthcare Management