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2026
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On the Move: Hospital Leadership Changes for March 2026

Staff Contact: Christy Carel

Check out these leadership changes from hospitals around the state for the month of March 2026:

Mercy Names Tricia McGusty New President Of Mercy St. Louis Communities

Tricia McGusty has been named the president of Mercy St. Louis Communities. McGusty replaces Dr. David Meiners, who will serve as an executive adviser.

Cedar County Memorial Hospital Names CEO

Don Carpenter has been named the CEO of Cedar County Memorial Hospital in El Dorado Springs, Mo. Carpenter replaces Carla Gilbert who will continue to serve as the CFO.

Lakeland Behavioral Health System Names CEO

Jenn Card has been named the CEO of Lakeland Behavioral Health System in Springfield, Mo. Card replaces Brady Serafin, who was serving as the interim CEO.

Belton Regional Medical Center Names CEO

Dan Astleford has been named the CEO of Belton Regional Medical Center. Astleford replaces Todd Krass, who is retiring after serving as CEO for more than 20 years.

About Missouri Hospital Association

The Missouri Hospital Association is a nonprofit association in Jefferson City that represents 136 Missouri hospitals. In addition to representation and advocacy on behalf of its membership, the association offers continuing education programs on current health care topics and seeks to educate the public about health care issues.