Mercy Northwest Arkansas' clinic operations have a new chief operating officer.
Doug Penner took on the position last month after working for health systems in New Hampshire and California, according to a Mercy release. Andy Thompson left the position for work at another health system, a Mercy spokeswoman said.
Penner comes on as Mercy expands the reach of its clinics around Benton and Washington counties. New clinics have opened in Pea Ridge and Bentonville, and construction work has begun on a Springdale multispecialty location that could open in the next year. On the Mercy Hospital side, the system is in the middle of building a new tower at the Rogers medical center that will hold more than 100 new beds.
"We feel fortunate to have Doug in such an important role in our ministry," Mercy Clinic President Dr. Steve Goss said in a news release. "His experience, coupled with his dedication to patient-centered care, will be essential as we continue to build our network of clinics in Northwest Arkansas."
Penner in a statement said it was an honor and privilege to join the system.
"I am thrilled to be joining Mercy," he said. "Mercy has a long tradition of excellence, and a profound commitment to its mission."
NW News on 08/07/2018