Leadership

Thomas Mallon is the co-founder and chairman of the board of Regent Surgical Health. Previously, Mr. Mallon served as Regent Surgical Health's CEO.

American Medical Association named David Barbe, MD, the 172nd president of the association.

Valencia, Calif.-based Henry Mayo named Jim Sapienza assistant vice president of clinical ancillary services, effective immediately, according to Hometown Station.

Brandi Hollins, RN, BSN, is the administrator of Grove City (Ohio) Surgery Center. She is also the director of nursing at Pickerington (Ohio) Surgery Center, which opened its doors in July 2015.

Vice President Mike Pence made a speech yesterday regarding healthcare. The speech comes at a critical time for Congress, as the Senate continues to shape its version of the American Health Care Act.

Melissa Bushnell, RN, BSN, is the executive director of ambulatory surgery at Egg Harbor Township, N.J.-based AtlantiCare. During her three years in the position, she has provided leadership, oversight and direction regarding all ambulatory surgery aspects.

Oncologist Barbara McAneny, MD, is the new president-elect of the American Medical Association, effective June 2017.

Medical Facilities Corp. President and CEO Britt T. Reynolds left the company.

Venice, Fla.-based Community Eye Center and St. Lucy's Eye Surgery Center physicians were named Charlotte Community Foundation's first Charlotte Cares Campaign heroes, according to the Herald-Tribune.

New York State Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers is a nonprofit organization that represents ASCs throughout New York.