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USA Health Names Natalie Fox Permanent CEO

The internal appointment signals continuity for the University of South Alabama’s academic health system.

Overview

  • Fox had served as interim CEO for four months following former CEO Owen Bailey’s retirement on August 1.
  • She previously led the physician enterprise, overseeing strategy and operations for a network of more than 700 clinicians and trainees.
  • Earlier as chief nursing officer, she directed Mobile’s COVID-19 testing and vaccination efforts to expand public access.
  • University of South Alabama President Jo Bonner praised her as a servant leader focused on quality care and sound operations.
  • Her background includes three USA nursing degrees plus recognition and service such as the state Certificate of Need Review Board and Becker Hospital Review’s Rising Stars Under 40.