NewsFlorida DailySeptember 3, 2026Hillsborough County
Memorial Healthcare System appoints Shane Strum as permanent CEO
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Memorial Healthcare System has promoted Shane Strum from interim to permanent president and CEO. Strum will simultaneously maintain his existing role as president and CEO of Broward Health, establishing a dual-leadership structure across the two healthcare systems.
Read the full story at Florida DailyWhy It Matters
This appointment creates a shared leadership arrangement between two major Florida healthcare systems, potentially impacting administrative coordination and service delivery for patients across the region.
Key Facts
- Shane Strum is now the permanent president and CEO of Memorial Healthcare System.
- Strum previously served as the interim CEO of Memorial Healthcare System starting in September 2024.
- Strum will continue to serve as the president and CEO of Broward Health while leading Memorial Healthcare System.
- This arrangement creates a dual-leadership role across two distinct healthcare systems in Florida.
Who's Mentioned
OrganizationBroward Health“Public hospital system in Broward County.”PersonShane Strum“Appointed as permanent President and CEO of Memorial Healthcare System while con”OrganizationSouth Broward Hospital District Board of Commissioners“Governing body that voted on the appointment.”other73“Years of operation for Memorial Healthcare System.”PersonElizabeth Justen“Chair of the South Broward Hospital District Board of Commissioners.”OrganizationMemorial Healthcare System“Public hospital system in South Florida.”other17,000“Number of employees at Memorial Healthcare System.”