Anthony M. Stazzone
Brentwood,United States
Summary
Healthcare executive with a strong focus on strategic planning and community partnerships. Directs operations across multiple facilities, enhancing patient access and quality while implementing innovative telehealth solutions and advocating for underrepresented veteran populations.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO Healtcar Market/Director Health Service Area
Veterans Health Administration
Nashville, Tennessee
06.2026 - Current
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance healthcare delivery across 10 systems in Ohio, Tennessee, and Kentucky, serving over 700,000 patients with a budget of $10 billion.
- Directed budget planning and resource allocation for healthcare programs and services.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to develop policies enhancing patient care and access for diverse populations.
- Established partnerships with community organizations, increasing veteran outreach and support services.
- Oversaw compliance with federal regulations, ensuring adherence in healthcare delivery.
- Mentored executive leadership team, fostering organizational effectiveness and a positive workplace culture.
- Advocated for veterans' needs during legislative discussions at local and national levels.
CEO/Network Director
MidSouth Health Network
Nashville, TN
08.2025 - Current
- Directed strategic planning initiatives to enhance healthcare delivery across facilities.
- Championed quality improvement programs that enhanced patient safety and increased satisfaction scores.
- Implemented technology solutions that streamlined administrative processes and improved operational workflows.
- Oversaw operational efficiency, ensuring compliance with regulations and laws.
- Fostered partnerships with community organizations to expand health services.
- Recruited, mentored, and managed employees at all organizational levels.
- Developed customer service strategies that elevated standards and contributed to increased profitability.
- Analyzed market trends to inform decision-making and identify growth opportunities.
Network Chief Medical Officer
MidSouth Health Network
Nashville, TN
06.2019 - Current
- Oversite and strategic management of clinical healthcare operations for 5 high complexity hospital systems spanning 272 counties in KY, TN and portions of GA, IN, VA, MS and AR caring for over 380,000 Veterans in Veterans Health Administration with a Budget of over $5 billion and over 15,000 employees
- Over 50 outpatient clinic sites of care including Primary Care, Mental Health, Dental, Medical Specialty, Surgical Clinics
- Managed operations of three centers providing short-term and long-term living care
- Managed operations of five treatment centers addressing substance use and PTSD
- Directed strategic planning, budgeting and market initiatives for the network including developing structured internal referral plans across the VISN using the referral coordination process (RCI) for all community referral medical/surgical specialties with over $53 million savings
- Implemented centralized intake for residential rehab treatment programs, enhancing access for Veterans.
- Oversight and implementation of comprehensive women’s health programs including IVF programs
- Used behavioral health coaching to improve suicide prevention with chronic pain improvement of 30% utilizing non-pharmacologic interventions
- Developed regional advertising campaign for women Veterans with airport bill boards
- Established the Clinical Resource Hub, providing improved access via telehealth in primary care, mental health, virtual integrative pain clinic, environmental health, occupational health, dermatology, cardiology, and infectious disease by virtual means across the regional network and nationwide
- First CARF accredited Tele-pain program in VHA
- Created VIP Bootcamp for primary care mental health in Primary Care mental health to treat depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, and chronic pain with non-pharmacologic interventions to improve overall well-being and health
- Co-chair of national council for Telehealth productivity and quality metrics
- Oversaw audits of medical staff credentialing and privileging across 5 health systems, restructuring processes to improve operational efficiency.
- Reviewed all tort claims for credentialing and privileging staff
- Oversight and final approval for any state license board reporting for clinical staff
- Oversight of Academic Affiliations and professional training programs for 5 medical and their affiliates including (Vanderbilt University, Meharry University, University of Tennessee, University of Louisville, University of Kentucky, East Tennessee State University, Belmont University)
- Co-chairman of national diagnostic integrated clinical community covering pathology, laboratory medicine and radiology
- Developed Network level research consortium for Precision Oncology
- Lung cancer screening initiative with mobile CT scan for rural Veterans
- Precision oncology for lung cancer, urologic cancers
- Member of national Precision Oncology committee overseeing implementation of new treatments, research and diagnostics for oncology
- Member of the national Health Care Delivery Council for VHA that oversees all clinical programs and technology initiatives for VHA
- Co-Chair of the Strategic Academic Advisory Council (SAAC) and member of the National Academic Advisory Council (NAAC) providing oversight of all academic affiliations across VHA nationwide.
- Member of the Just Accountability/Just Culture committee reviewing all tort claims and reporting to OMLA
- Led clinical and operational initiatives as the Chairman of Network Healthcare Delivery Committee with EDMs for standardization and improvement in high quality care
- Member of the VHA Senior Executive Orientation committee and mentor for CMOs in VHA
- Founded Commodity Standardization Committee, consolidating VISN-wide contracts to optimize resource allocation, achieving $4 million in savings through strategic purchasing of high-cost equipment.
- Planned, developed, and executed COVID-19 Surge plans, re-opening plans, and vaccination efforts including the surge of over 238 inpatient beds to cover increased hospitalizations; Set up drive thru vaccinations efforts for influenza and COVID vaccines; Procured necessary PPE for acute and future needs including over 1.3 million masks and over 30,000 PPE to support 4th mission efforts at state veteran homes; Supported 5 other facilities nationwide for testing with robust laboratory systems; Wrote guidance for SVH and CNH to manage COVID and was used in Moving Forward national guidance;
- Coordinated vaccination efforts across 5 health systems, ensuring 125,000 patients and 10,000 staff received vaccinations.
- VISN 9 VHA, SES-EQV; Nashville, TN
Health System Director (CEO)
Tennessee Valley Healthcare System
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Led operations for two hospital system as CEO with over 135,000 Veterans and 4500 employees with over $1 billion budget
- Oversaw renovations of OR suites and planned construction for 3 major projects, including freestanding clinics and hospital space, to expand healthcare access
- Implemented Daily Management System and tiered huddles to enhance communication and operational efficiency
- Coordinated staffing and supplies for operational readiness during COVID-19 crisis, ensuring continuity of care for patients
Chief of Staff/CMO, Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine
Southern Arizona VA Health Care System
Tucson, AZ
04.2015 - 06.2019
- Medical oversight of 1a complexity VA Health Care System with budget plan of nearly $500 million and 2800 employees
- Coordination with Executive Pentad members (Medical Center Director, Associate Director, Assistant Director, and Nurse Executive) in strategic planning and execution.
- Directed initiatives to enhance SAIL and quality metrics through collaborative work groups; led VISN 22 efforts addressing hospital mortality, hospital-acquired infections, and adverse events
- Led the Academic Affiliation Committee in cooperation with Dean of University of Arizona College of Medicine for VA Academic Affiliation in medical student, resident, and fellow education/training
- Expanded research funding from $600,000 to $3.1 million while serving as Board member of Biomedical, Research and Education Foundation of Southern Arizona (BREFSA)
- Served as Chairman of Medical Executive Committee, Chairman of Peer Review Committee, Co-chair of Resources Committee, Co-Chair of Academic Affiliation Committee
- Commander of the incident command center training and lead for disaster planning
- Fulfilled responsibilities of Deputy Chief of Staff to ensure continuity of leadership and operations.
- Directed the Utilization review, Care Coordination and Learning/Education office
- Restructured and reorganized the Surgical and Mental Health Care Lines
- Directed budget management, recruitment, and staffing for 11 Primary Care Clinics with over 40 providers, overseeing integrated pain clinic, internal medicine resident and medical student rotations, and occupational health and women's health clinics
- Design and staffing of PACT (medical home) model of care, composed provider schedules to increase Access
- Directed and assisted with design of $15 million primary care building expansion of 2 Community Clinics
- Principle Investigator- Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program Grant
Founding member, director
Poinsettia Drive, LLC
Tucson, AZ
03.2008 - 10.2015
- Founding member of Private Commercial Real Estate Investment Group
- Founded LLC, developed operating agreement to establish governance framework, Organized purchase and investment in commercial real estate, resulting in portfolio growth; Negotiated structured settlements; Procured licenses and insurance; Performed bookkeeping and accounting for business; Directed partner meetings and communications, ensuring alignment on investment strategies
- Established strategic direction for Poinsettia Drive, LLC's operational framework.
- Developed and implemented policies to enhance organizational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to streamline project execution and collaboration.
Asst. Professor of Clinical Medicine
University of Arizona Medical Center
Tucson, AZ
03.2003 - 04.2015
- Chief of Staff-elect, 1/2014-4/2015
- Served clinically in Internal Medicine clinic, wards, and teaching of residents and medical students at the University of Arizona
- Interviewed candidates for internal medicine residency and medical school
- Developed quality review and peer review processes, enhancing oversight and accountability as Chairman of Quality Review Committee.
- Led medical executive committee as Vice-chairman, directing root cause analysis projects and sentinel events analysis to improve patient safety outcomes.
- Collaborated with physician leaders and administration to address and resolve behavioral issues, fostering a more cohesive medical staff environment.
- Directed and supported the revision of Medical staff by-laws and participated in the Medical staff By-laws Committee
- Member of Medical Executive Committee, 1/2012-4/2015
- Member of Hospital Credentialing Committee, 1/10-2/2012
Volunteer Missionary Physician
Hospital Infantil Arturo Grullon
Santiago, Dominican Republic
06.2012 - 06.2012
- Supported pediatric scoliosis patients through comprehensive care during mission work
- Provided pre-op, post-op ICU, and rehabilitation care for spinal surgery patients, ensuring continuity of care
- Coordinated community outreach programs to promote health awareness and education.
- Assisted healthcare staff with patient support and emotional care initiatives.
- Organized fundraising events to gather resources for pediatric patients' needs.
Volunteer Missionary Physician
Sacre Couer Hospital
Milot, Haiti
03.2010 - 04.2010
- Provided and coordinated medical care to earthquake victims.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and directed patient care initiatives, ensuring effective treatment delivery.
- Optimized resource allocation for patient care and hospital operations, improving overall care efficiency.
- Coordinated outreach and support efforts for earthquake-affected communities, enhancing access to vital services.
Private practice Internal Medicine
Carondelet Medical Group, P.C.
Tucson, AZ
07.2001 - 03.2003
- Managed operations of private practice Internal Medicine office, ensuring alignment with hospital protocols at St. Joseph’s Hospital.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Eller College of Business, University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ12-2015
Doctor of Medicine (MD) -
University of Arizona College of Medicine
Tucson, AZ05-1998
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Biochemistry
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05-1993
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Budget management and forecasting
- Operational efficiency
- Healthcare technology integration
- Telehealth integration
- Market analysis and research
- Patient experience improvement
- Risk management
- Partnership development
- Executive leadership
- Team leadership
- Talent development and recruitment
- Crisis management
- Effective communication skills
- Conflict resolution
- Healthcare equity advocacy
Posters
- Detection of Cryptosporidium parvum and Giardia lamblia in Egyptian Children, A.M. Stazzone, R. Watson, J.R. Murphy, Tucson, Arizona, 01/93
- Detection of Cryptosporidium and Giardia in Egyptian Children as Detected by Conventional and MERIFLUORTM, A.M. Stazzone, M. Kleinosky, R. Watson, J.R. Murphy, Atlanta, Georgia, 05/93
- Long-term Follow Up of Lymphangitis and Intractable Lymphedema After Topical Cantharidin, A. Stazzone, P. Borgs, C. Witte, M.H. Witte, Madrid, Spain, 09/97
Citizenship
- United States
- Italy (EU)
Board Certifications
- Initial Board Certification in Internal Medicine, ABIM, 2001-2011
- Recertified in Internal Medicine, ABIM, 2011-2021
Awards And Grants
- NIH Research Fellowship, 1994-1995
- WFCR Medical Student Excellence in Research Award, 1995
- AFCR Medical Student Research Excellence Award, 1995
- American Heart Association Research Fellowship, 1995-1996
- Yuma Foundation Research Grant, 1996-1997
- Van Winkle Surgical Research Grant, 1996-1997
- Van Winkle Excellence in Surgical Research Award, 1998
- University of Arizona Excellence in Research Award, 1998
- Best Doctors, 2004-2020
- Patient’s Choice Award, 2011, 2012
- Most Compassionate Doctor Award, 2011, 2012
- Eller College of Business Crisis Communications Competition Winner, 2014
- Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Grant, 2015
- Honor Graduate, Eller College of Management, 2015
- ACHE VA Regents Award Commitment to Service, 2023
Languages
- Fluent in American Sign Language
- Conversational in Italian
- Minimal conversation in Spanish
Publications
- Influence of the Level of Dietary Ethanol Resistance to Streptococcus pneumoniae in Mice with Murine AIDS, Shahbazian L.M., Darban H.R., Darban J.R., Stazzone A.M., and Watson R.R., Alcohol and Alcoholism, 27, 345-52, 1992
- Effect of Thymosin on Immune Response of C57BL/6 Mice Fed Ethanol Diet and Challenged With Streptococcus pneumoniae, Shahbazian L.M., Stazzone A.M., Hebert A.R., and Watson R.R., Advances in Biological Sciences, 86, 353-8, 1993
- Flow Cytometric Assay of in vitro Lymphocyte-endothelial Cell Binding, Stazzone A.M., Borgs P., Way D., Witte M., J Invest Med, 43, 185A, 1995
Presentations
- Alterations in T-Cell Differentiation in Retrovirus Infected Mice with Murine AIDS, M. Lopez, A. Stazzone, R.R. Watson, Budapest, Hungary, 08/92
- Effect of Thymosin on Immune Response of C57BL/6 Mice Fed Ethanol Diet and Challenged with Streptococcus pneumoniae, M. Shahbazian, A.M. Stazzone, R. R. Watson, Tucson, Arizona, 09/92
- Flow Cytometric Assay of In Vitro Lymphocyte/Endothelial Cell Binding, A.M. Stazzone, P. Borgs, D. Way, M. Witte, Carmel, California, 02/95
Personal Information
Hobbies: Sports, Reading, Hiking, Swimming, Dancing, Cooking, Player for the Tucson Magpies Rugby Football team 1993-1994, Player for the University of Arizona Rugby team 1992-1993, Cub scout Pack 209 Den leader for Bears and Webelos Dens 2014-2018, Asst. Coach for CDO little league baseball team 2009-2013, Cub scout Pack 209 popcorn kernel (sales coordinator) 2012-2013, Usher for Holy Family Catholic Church 2019-present
Timeline
CEO Healtcar Market/Director Health Service Area
Veterans Health Administration
06.2026 - Current
CEO/Network Director
MidSouth Health Network
08.2025 - Current
Health System Director (CEO)
Tennessee Valley Healthcare System
11.2021 - 04.2022
Network Chief Medical Officer
MidSouth Health Network
06.2019 - Current
Chief of Staff/CMO, Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine
Southern Arizona VA Health Care System
04.2015 - 06.2019
Volunteer Missionary Physician
Hospital Infantil Arturo Grullon
06.2012 - 06.2012
Volunteer Missionary Physician
Sacre Couer Hospital
03.2010 - 04.2010
Founding member, director
Poinsettia Drive, LLC
03.2008 - 10.2015
Asst. Professor of Clinical Medicine
University of Arizona Medical Center
03.2003 - 04.2015
Private practice Internal Medicine
Carondelet Medical Group, P.C.
07.2001 - 03.2003
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Eller College of Business, University of Arizona
Doctor of Medicine (MD) -
University of Arizona College of Medicine
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Biochemistry
University of Arizona