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Presentation by Michael H. Covert, Los Alamos Medical Center CEO
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On May 21, 2026, the Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) announced that Michael H. Covert, FACHE, had been appointed chief executive officer, effective June 15. Covert will replace Bob Singletary, who has been serving as interim CEO since March.
From the press release, it states, "Covert brings decades of healthcare leadership experience with a strong focus on community access, quality of care, and collaboration with physicians, caregivers, and local partners. He has led hospitals and health systems across the country, helping organizations grow services, strengthen operations and quality, and meet the evolving needs of the communities they serve.
Covert recently served as chief operations officer at Northeast Georgia Health System, where he supported day-to-day operations for a five-hospital system, expanded key clinical service lines, and improved care coordination and patient flow. His career also includes senior leadership roles at CHI St. Luke’s Health System in Texas, Palomar Health in California, Washington Hospital Center, and Sarasota Memorial Health System."
Mr. Covert will give a presentation to Council on the current activities and status of LAMC.