John Couris

John Couris of Tampa General Hospital Named One of 60 'Health System CEO Influencers' by Becker's Hospital Review

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- John Couris, president and CEO of Florida Health Sciences Center, which comprises an array of organizations, including Tampa General Hospital (TGH), is among Becker's Hospital Review's 2023 class of "60 Health System CEO Influencers." Through this award and recognition program, Becker's recognizes chief executive officers who are shaping the future of the health care industry and transforming care delivery, leading to better patient outcomes.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- John Couris, president and CEO of Florida Health Sciences Center, which comprises an array of organizations, including Tampa General Hospital (TGH), is among Becker's Hospital Review's 2023 class of "60 Health System CEO Influencers."
  • Couris has put an emphasis on team engagement, pushing the boundaries of a traditional academic health system to shape and transform the future of health care.
  • In the six years since Couris took on this role, the academic health system has dramatically improved its quality of care and patient outcomes.
  • Tampa General is the highest-ranked hospital in the Tampa Bay region, according to U.S. News & World Report's 2023-2024 Best Hospitals and is the fourth highest-ranked hospital in Florida.

John Couris to Lead Tampa General Hospital Into the Next Decade

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

TAMPA, Fla., June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Health Sciences Center d/b/a Tampa General Hospital (TGH), one of Florida's preeminent academic health systems, announced today that president and CEO John Couris has accepted an offer from the Board of Directors to extend the terms of his employment agreement for an additional 10 years.

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  • "Almost six years ago, we established the vision for Tampa General to become the safest and most innovative academic health system in America," said Couris.
  • In 2020, and under Couris' leadership, Tampa General and USF formalized their enhanced affiliation and established USF Tampa General Physicians (USFTGP).
  • With Couris at the helm, Tampa General continues to drive innovation through strategic collaborations, including those with private equity.
  • Tampa General Hospital is the highest-ranked hospital on Florida's West Coast according to U.S. News & World Report's 2022-23 Best Hospitals and is the third highest-ranked hospital in Florida.

Tampa General Hospital's John Couris Inducted Into Tampa Bay Business Hall of Fame

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Monday, May 22, 2023

TAMPA, Fla., May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- John Couris, Tampa General Hospital (TGH) president and CEO, was inducted into the Tampa Bay Business Hall of Fame by the Florida Council on Economic Education. Couris and the three other inductees joined more than 200 of Tampa's top business leaders who have been inducted since 1988. The award ceremony was May 19.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- John Couris, Tampa General Hospital (TGH) president and CEO, was inducted into the Tampa Bay Business Hall of Fame by the Florida Council on Economic Education .
  • Couris and the three other inductees joined more than 200 of Tampa's top business leaders who have been inducted since 1988.
  • "Under his leadership, Tampa Bay has become home to one of the nation's leading health systems and academic medical centers.
  • Particularly passionate about driving medical innovation in Tampa Bay, Couris has led the conceptualization and development of the Tampa Medical and Research District.

Tampa General Hospital CEO Named as a Top Influencer in Florida Health Care

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

TAMPA, Fla., May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General Hospital (TGH), was named a "Top Influencer in Florida Heath Care Politics," in the INFLUENCE Magazine Spring 2023 edition.

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  • Tampa General's president and CEO, John Couris, is recognized for his transformative and innovative leadership in Florida health care.
  • TAMPA, Fla., May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General Hospital (TGH), was named a "Top Influencer in Florida Heath Care Politics," in the INFLUENCE Magazine Spring 2023 edition.
  • To accelerate Tampa General forward in creating a health care network to serve the Tampa Bay region, the state of Florida and more, Couris announced a $550 million master facility plan.
  • Couris also spearheads a wide range of strategic initiatives and collaborative partnerships at Tampa General to enhance patient care, strengthen communities and inspire broader health care industry innovations.

Tampa General Hospital's Scott Arnold Named a "Chief Information Officer to Know" by Becker's Hospital Review

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Thursday, April 27, 2023

TAMPA, Fla., April 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Scott Arnold, executive vice president and chief information officer (CIO) of Tampa General Hospital, has been named a top health care information technology (HIT) leader by Becker's Hospital Review on its 2023 "CIOs to Know" list. Arnold's inclusion on the list reflects his efforts to drive technological advancement at Tampa General, including championing initiatives and optimizing processes to transform care and drive improved outcomes for patients.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., April 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Scott Arnold, executive vice president and chief information officer (CIO) of Tampa General Hospital , has been named a top health care information technology (HIT) leader by Becker's Hospital Review on its 2023 "CIOs to Know" list.
  • Through this ongoing work, Tampa General developed pathways to get patients home from the hospital sooner.
  • Additionally, Arnold is working with his team at Tampa General to ensure health information technology is front-and-center in the health system's approach to care coordination.
  • Becker's Hospital Review is a leading source of hospital business news and analysis for the health care industry.

Tampa General Hospital's John Couris Named a Top Health Care Leader in the U.S. by Becker's Hospital Review

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023

TAMPA, Fla., April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General Hospital (TGH), has been named a top health care leader in the U.S., according to the Becker's Hospital Review 2023 "Great Leaders in Healthcare" list.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General Hospital (TGH), has been named a top health care leader in the U.S., according to the Becker's Hospital Review 2023 "Great Leaders in Healthcare" list.
  • During his tenure, Couris has spearheaded a wide range of programs and partnerships at Tampa General to enhance patient care and inspire broader health care industry innovations.
  • To accelerate Tampa General forward in creating a health care network to serve the Tampa Bay region and the state of Florida, Couris announced a $550 million master facility plan.
  • Becker's Hospital Review is a leading source of hospital business news and analysis for the health care industry.

Tampa General Hospital's John Couris and Mark Runyon Named Highly Successful CEO-CFO Duo by Becker's Hospital Review

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Thursday, November 10, 2022

TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General Hospital (TGH), and Mark Runyon, executive vice president and CFO of TGH, are among the seven CEO and CFO pairs from hospitals and health systems across the country recognized by Becker's Hospital Review 2022 "Highly Successful CEO-CFO Duos" list.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General Hospital (TGH), and Mark Runyon, executive vice president and CFO of TGH, are among the seven CEO and CFO pairs from hospitals and health systems across the country recognized by Becker's Hospital Review 2022 "Highly Successful CEO-CFO Duos" list.
  • This inclusion in the "Highly Successful CEO-CFO Duos" list by Becker's Hospital Review comes on the heels of several recent accolades for Couris and TGH.
  • Tampa General Hospital has been designated as a model of excellence by the 2022 Fortune/Merative 100 Top Hospitals list.
  • With six medical helicopters, Tampa General Hospital transports critically injured or ill patients from 23 surrounding counties to receive the advanced care they need.

John Couris, President and CEO of Tampa General Hospital, Earns No. 4 Ranking on Florida Health Care Power 100

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Monday, October 31, 2022

TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General Hospital, earned the No. 4 spot among Florida's top 100 health care officials, executives and advocates in the state. City & State Florida unveiled its Florida Health Care Power 100 rankings last week.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General Hospital , earned the No.
  • City & State Florida unveiled its Florida Health Care Power 100 rankings last week.
  • Together, we have made Tampa and Tampa General Hospital specifically, a destination for world-class care," said Couris.
  • This is the first health care list released by City & State Florida, placing Couris as the highest-ranked hospital executive in Florida.

Tampa General Hospital Is a Top-10 Employer in the State of Florida as Recognized by Forbes Magazine

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Wednesday, August 24, 2022

TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tampa General Hospital's commitment to supporting its team members by encouraging personal and professional development has been recognized by Forbes Magazine, naming Tampa General  a top-10 employer in the state of Florida. The Forbes America's Best Employers by State list is based on an independent survey from a sample of 70,000 employees working for companies with at least 500 staff in their U.S. operations. Tampa General is ranked No. 6 out of 100 companies in 25 industry sectors in Florida in 2022.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tampa General Hospital's commitment to supporting its team members by encouraging personal and professional development has been recognized by Forbes Magazine, naming Tampa General a top-10 employer in the state of Florida.
  • "At Tampa General, we have a deep belief that caring for our team members is our top priority," said John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General.
  • This is the second consecutive year that Tampa General has been in the top 10 of the Forbes America's Best Employers by State list.
  • Direct evaluations are from Tampa General team members and indirect evaluations are from non-Tampa General staff.

Tampa General Hospital, City of Tampa Launch Landmark New Community Wellness Initiative

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Tuesday, May 10, 2022

TAMPA, Fla. , May 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The wellness revolution is about to begin in Tampa Bay!

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  • Tampa General Hospital (TGH) and the City of Tampa announced a groundbreaking community health and wellness initiative on Tuesday, with the goal of making Tampa the ultimate wellness destination in the United States.
  • TampaWell Activated by Tampa General Hospital is a multi-year effort in partnership with the City of Tampa that will focus on engaging the entire community in preventative health efforts.
  • The Tampa General Hospital Foundation is contributing $1 million to help launch TampaWell and support its first year of operation.
  • Tampa General Hospital's footprint includes 17 Tampa General Medical Group Primary Care offices, TGH Family Care Center Kennedy, TGH Brandon Healthplex, TGH Virtual Health and 19 outpatient Radiology Centers.