Tennova Healthcare – Clarksville Names First Chief Medical Advisor
4/28/2021
Surgeon David B. Price, M.D., Steps Into Newly Created Role
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – As part of its ongoing commitment to deliver safe, quality care for patients, Tennova Healthcare – Clarksville has created a new physician leadership role – chief medical advisor. Respected general surgeon David B. Price, M.D., has accepted this position to work closely with physicians on the medical staff, the nursing team and other providers to support their important work. He will remain an independent member of the medical staff and continue his surgical practice while leading the hospital’s work on continuous quality improvement.
“We have a skilled and committed family of providers and it is an honor to be chosen for this important mission,” said Dr. Price. “I have great respect for our physicians, nurses and other healthcare workers and look forward to being a resource as they deliver patient care.”
Dr. Price joined the hospital’s medical staff in December 2015 and has held numerous leadership roles including chief of staff, chairmanships of the surgery department, credentials committee and peer review, and while vice chief, he championed Leaders for Quality. He is a native of the area with deep ties to the community. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Murray State University, his medical degree from the University of Louisville and did his residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center-Mercy Hospital.
“We are investing in resources to strengthen the quality of care by creating the new position of chief medical advisor,” said Alex Villa, chief executive officer. “Dr. Price is a well-respected physician who has been a strong leader on the medical staff. He will support our physicians and nursing team in delivering safe, quality care.”
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