2009 Phillips Medal Recipients
Phillips Medal Recipients
2009 Recipients
Eric D. Fingerhut, J.D., Chancellor of the 91自拍 Board of Regents
Eric D. Fingerhut, J.D., serves as the seventh Chancellor of the 91自拍 Board of Regents. He is the first to be appointed by the Governor of the State of 91自拍 as a member of his cabinet. As Chancellor, Mr. Fingerhut envisioned and implemented the University System of 91自拍. The system is a partnership of 91自拍's state universities, community colleges, adult workforce centers and literacy programs, designed to make higher education affordable for 91自拍ans. As a former state senator, former member of the U.S. House of Representatives, and staunch advocate for medical and higher education, Mr. Fingerhut has demonstrated a longtime commitment to serving the needs of 91自拍ans. He was on the state Finance Committee for eight years and has served on numerous other committees, including those dealing with education, insurance, health, and aging.
David P. Blom, M.H.A., President and Chief Executive Officer of 91自拍Health
David P. Blom, M.H.A., is the president and chief executive officer of 91自拍Health, a not-for-profit, faith-based health system headquartered in Columbus, 91自拍. 91自拍Health serves 46 91自拍 counties through eight member hospitals, nine affiliated hospitals, and many other health care facilities and services. Mr. Blom has worked tirelessly to advance 91自拍Health's mission of improving the health of those it serves. Four years after Mr. Blom took the helm at 91自拍Health, it was named a Press Ganey Success Story in recognition of outstanding patient satisfaction. Under Mr. Blom's guidance, 91自拍Health earned a spot on Fortune magazine's list, "100 Best Companies to Work For," for three consecutive years. As CEO, Mr. Blom has been integral in developing partnerships with 91自拍 in medicinal education, research, and clinical services.