This Pierce County hospital has one of the busiest ERs in the U.S. Meet its new president

Tacoma, WALocal News

Dawn Anuszkiewicz has been appointed as the new president of Good Samaritan Hospital in Puyallup, Washington, taking over from Jim Beatty who left in January 2024. The hospital is recognized for its high patient volume, having recorded 169,896 visits in 2024, ranking it as one of the busiest emergency rooms per capita in the U. S. Anuszkiewicz aims to build on the hospital's legacy of service while enhancing clinical programs to meet the community's evolving healthcare needs. Her background includes leadership roles at Good Samaritan Medical Center in Lafayette, Colorado, and various administrative positions across multiple healthcare facilities.

She holds a Master of Health Services Administration from George Washington University, underscoring her expertise in the field. MultiCare spokesperson Scott Thompson emphasized the hospital's historical significance in providing medical care to residents in the area. This leadership transition is crucial as the hospital continues to navigate the challenges of a high patient influx. Anuszkiewicz's vision and experience are expected to positively impact the hospital's operations and community health outcomes.

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