Dean named CEO of Merit Health River Oaks

Merit Health River Oaks has named Sam Dean as the new Chief Executive Officer, effective August 23, 2021. 

In addition to the CEO role at Merit Health River Oaks, Dean will also assume the Chief Operations Officer role for the Merit Health Jackson/Vicksburg network. 

“I am excited to work with and support the employees and medical staff as Merit Health River Oaks continues to provide the people in our community the best possible care every time they choose us,” said Dean. 

Dean comes to Merit Health from USA Health University Hospital in Mobile, Ala., where he served as Hospital Administrator since 2017.

Throughout his 16 years in healthcare leadership, Dean has recruited physicians and gained extensive knowledge and understanding of physician practices.  

“Merit Health River Oaks will benefit from Sam’s leadership skills, community focus and desire to provide our patients with quality, compassionate healthcare,” said Barry Moss, CEO, Merit Health Jackson/Vicksburg market.