|
For ARC appointments, call ARC-INFO (512) 272-4636 |
 |
AUSTIN REGIONAL CLINIC WELCOMES GARRY M. OLNEY, NEW CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
July 6, 2010. Garry M. Olney has joined Austin Regional Clinic as the Chief Operating Officer for ARC’s 18 clinics. His responsibilities will include clinic operations and ancillary services, strategic planning, and participation in establishing policy, strategy and direction for Austin Regional Clinic’s healthcare services.
Mr. Olney was previously the Corporate Vice-President of Patient Care Services for the Tenet Healthcare Corporation in Dallas, TX, where he was responsible for clinical and service programs. Prior to his role as a Corporate Vice President, Mr. Olney held the position of Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Nursing Officer in several of Tenet’s California hospitals. Mr. Olney has served in senior leadership roles in healthcare for over 20 years.
Mr. Olney holds a Bachelor of Nursing degree from Medical College of Ohio/Toledo University, a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of St. Thomas in Houston, and a Doctorate of Nursing degree from Texas Tech University. He is a member of the Texas Hospital Association, the American Organization of Health Care Executives, and the American Hospital Association/Federation of American Hospitals. He is also an expert panel member for Healthcare staffing performance for the Joint Commission (formerly the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations).
“Garry Olney has extensive background in the healthcare industry,” commented Dr. Norman Chenven, CEO and Founder of ARC. “His knowledge and experience will enable ARC to continue to provide excellent service to our patients, and we welcome him to the ARC family.”
About Austin Regional Clinic –
Austin Regional Clinic is a multispecialty medical group committed to providing comprehensive health care services throughout the greater Austin area. Founded by three physicians in 1980, it now provides healthcare to over 350,000 area residents in 18 locations in Austin, Round Rock, Hutto, Cedar Park, Pflugerville and Kyle, including both primary and specialty care. It is unique to the Austin area because of the widespread locations, convenient services and quality assurance programs. ARC patients enjoy such conveniences as same-day appointments, daytime urgent care, after hours care, and nursing services via telephone through the night. Most ARC offices also offer on-site radiology and lab services and some offices offer specialty programs such as a travel clinic, weight loss programs and hearing services. Patients can also request future or same-day appointments from the ARC web site.
For more information, visit www.austinregionalclinic.com.