Rhee Perry Named CEO of Southern Tennessee Regional Health System (STRHS) – Lawrenceburg

Rhee Perry Named CEO of Southern Tennessee Regional Health System (STRHS) - Lawrenceburg

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System (STRHS) - Lawrenceburg, part of Lifepoint Health, is pleased to announce the appointment of Rhee Perry as its new chief executive officer, effective January 6, 2025.

Perry brings more than 15 years of healthcare leadership experience and a strong commitment to advancing operational excellence, improving patient outcomes, and strengthening the hospital's role in the community.

Perry joins STRHS - Lawrenceburg with a proven record of leadership within Lifepoint Health, having previously served as chief operating officer at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, Kentucky. At STRHS - Lawrenceburg, he will focus on enhancing patient care, expanding services, and fostering collaboration across the hospital to meet the evolving healthcare needs of the community.

"We are excited to welcome Rhee to STRHS - Lawrenceburg," said William Haugh, president of Lifepoint Health's central division. "Rhee's experience in healthcare and his dedication to quality care and operational improvement make him an excellent choice to lead the hospital into the future. His expertise and focus will greatly benefit both the hospital and the community it serves."

Perry holds a master's degree in healthcare management from the University of North Alabama and a bachelor's degree in nursing from Western Governors University. He is a Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS), a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives and the American Organization for Nursing Leadership, and serves as Board Chair for the March for Alzheimer's Awareness.

"I am grateful for the opportunity to lead STRHS - Lawrenceburg and work alongside its skilled and dedicated team," Perry said. "I look forward to focusing on the continued delivery of high-quality care, expanding access to services, and addressing the evolving healthcare needs of the community."