TriStar Centennial Medical Center welcomes Ryan LeMasters as chief operating officer

Nashville, Tenn. — TriStar Centennial Medical Center, part of HCA Healthcare, is pleased to welcome Ryan LeMasters as chief operating officer (COO) for the 741-bed facility in downtown Nashville. LeMasters has been with HCA Healthcare since 2006, providing strategic leadership at hospitals across the country.

“Ryan's tenure with HCA Healthcare has been one of continuous growth and contribution,” said Tom Ozburn, president and chief executive officer of TriStar Centennial. “Ryan brings a passion for strategic leadership and excellent patient care. He exemplifies the mission and values of TriStar Centennial.”

LeMasters most recently served as the COO for HCA Florida Mercy Hospital in Miami. He also served as the COO for Timpanogos Regional Hospital in Orem, Utah and as the vice president of the Swedish Neurosciences Center at HCA HealthONE Swedish in Englewood, Colorado.

“I am truly humbled to be at TriStar Centennial Medical Center,” said LeMasters. “It’s an honor to be entrusted with this responsibility, and I am eager to contribute to the remarkable legacy of quality care and innovation. I’m looking forward to working alongside such a dedicated team to make a positive impact on our patients and our community.”

LeMasters earned a bachelor’s degree and masters of business administration in healthcare administration from the University of Colorado.