Paul Corkin Tanner

The committee reviewed quarterly reports concerning clinical quality and risk management, including environment of care, infection prevention, and grievance statistics. Formal ratifications and appointments were conducted for regional risk managers, grievance leads, infection prevention leads, antibiotic stewardship leads, and patient safety officers. Additionally, the committee recommended approval for the 2026 Infection Control Program, Performance Improvement Plan, Patient Safety Plan, and the Complaint and Grievance Management Policy. The committee also received a presentation on the Leapfrog Fall 2025 ratings for regional facilities.

The committee discussed the approval to purchase real property in Western Broward County, reviewed a presentation on the financial details of the Broward Health System, and authorized the interim financial statement for February 2026. Additionally, the committee approved entering into an employment agreement for clinical services and an oncology medical directorship at the Broward Health Medical Center.

The board meeting included the approval of medical staff credentialing reports for multiple Broward Health facilities and received updates from various Chiefs of Medical Staff regarding facility objectives and achievements. The CEO provided a comprehensive report on organizational pillars and performance. The board approved a consent agenda that included the execution of a real property purchase and sales agreement, acceptance of the previous month's interim financial statement, and an employment agreement for clinical services at Broward Health Medical Center. Additionally, the General Counsel requested an attorney-client closed shade session regarding ongoing litigation, and commissioners recognized the CEO for five years of service.

The committee reviewed the Internal Auditor Report, which provided an executive summary of the audit plans for fiscal years 2025 and 2026. The discussion covered the status of two ongoing audits carried over from the previous fiscal year and outlined the scope of nine new audits for the current fiscal year. These upcoming audits focus on quality and patient satisfaction, revenue cycle management, and IT and security assessments.

The board meeting included a ceremonial check presentation to the Broward Health Foundation resulting from the Turkey Trot fundraiser. The Board approved medical staff credentialing reports for multiple facilities and received updates from various Chiefs of Medical Staff. The CEO provided a monthly report covering the organization's five pillars and showcased a health-related media feature. Additionally, the board approved an interim financial statement and authorized a settlement agreement regarding legal fees for a former commissioner.