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Testimonials

‘‘The program exceeded my expectations. The interaction with peers and many faculty was extraordinary. I expected the remote learning to be a compromise, but found it of significantly more value than traditional evening classes. ’’

—Thomas Bachman
(Class of 1997)

President, BOT
Mountains Community Hospital
Lake Arrowhead, CA

‘‘The principles I learned in the executive program prepared me for managing the VA's new consolidated payroll and human resources function. The executive program helped position me to make a major career change and advancement.’’

—Bruce Carruthers
(Class of 1997)

Director, Shared Services Center
Department of Veterans Affairs
Topeka, KS

‘‘I chose the CU executive program for three main reasons: flexibility, diversity of faculty and students, and accreditation by ACEHSA. The 25 months spent in the executive program were most rewarding and beneficial personally as well as professionally. ’’

—Kimball S. Anderson
(Class of 1996)

Director of Business Development
Columbia/HCA Utah Division
Payson, UT

‘‘Participating in the program was one of the most satisfying experiences in my life. The course work, interchange of thoughts and ideas with both faculty and peers, and the sharing of real life experiences were top notch. ’’

—Robert Permut, MD
(Class of 1989)

President and CEO
Sinai Medical Group
Chicago, IL

‘‘One of the strengths of the program is the diversity of the class members and the experience level of the faculty. This was a fantastic educational experience for me. ’’

—Callen K. Northam
(Class of 1991)

Regional Vice President
Health Service Corporation
Billings, MT

‘‘After the first session on campus, I knew that I made the right decision. At graduation, I could not have been more pleased with my education. Now I realize how much I really learned.’’

—Charles B. Wilson, MD, DSc, MSHA.
(Class of 1996)

Professor of Neurology
University of California, San Francisco

‘‘The executive program has provided the tools necessary for me to lead our organization through an aggressive hospital expansion program. ’’

—Michael Lipomi
(Class of 1994)

CEO
Stanislaus Surgery Center
Modesto, CA

‘‘The University of Colorado program proved to be of significant value to me in my understanding and contribution to my past and present positions. The concepts presented have helped me navigate the changing health care environment.’’

—Ross D. Henderson, MD
(Class of 1994)

VP of Medical Affairs
Intergroup of Arizona
Tucson, AZ

‘‘I began the program at age 50 after being responsible for business aspects of my pathology practice for a number of years. The education was quite valuable in helping me to develop the skills to use instead of ‘‘flying by the seat of my pants.’’ ’’

—Robert F. Shapiro, MD
(Class of 1992)

Chairman of the Board
Pathology Medical Services, PC
Lincoln, NE

‘‘The University of Colorado executive program is first class. It provided a forum for establishing a learning network with health professionals across the country that I continue to access.’’

—Don McCall
(Class of 1996)

Senior Vice President
VHA Consulting Services
Charlotte, NC

‘‘The program is more than an education; it is a transformational experience for anyone involved in health care. It will permanently change how one approaches the problems in the delivery of health care to our communities, not to mention how it also changes one's view of the world overall.’’

—Tom Froehlich, MD
(Class of 1995)

Medical Director
Mid-America Cancer Center
Springfield, MO

‘‘One of the best decisions I've ever made. This program has real time value to the ever changing health care industry. A must for any health executive who wants to transition their career.’’

—Mikki Stier
(Class of 1993)

Executive Director of Home Health Services
Iowa Health System
Des Moines, IA

‘‘The value of this Program is its diversity—not just doctors or nurses, but students from many disciplines of health care. Excellent faculty and stimulating course work are a given.’’

—David L. Starbuck, MD
(Class of 1991)

Medical Director
Berkshire Health Plan
Wyomissing, PA

‘‘The executive program at CU creates a learning environment that develops skills, increases knowledge, challenges mind sets, and opens doors.’’

—Karen Kramer
(Class of 1995)

Director, The Women's Center
Cox Health Systems
Springfield, MO

‘‘It is essential that academicians acquire the knowledge and skills that are taught at CU's executive program in order to survive in the changing health care delivery environment.’’

—Arthur B. Sanders, MD
(Class of 1997)

Professor, Emergency Medicine, University of Arizona
Chief-of-Staff, University Medical Center
Tucson, AZ

‘‘This program gave me the three "Cs" I needed to advance to senior level assignments. My three "Cs" are competence, confidence, and credentials. The world-class instructors and in-depth work with international colleagues is an experience that will benefit me for my entire productive life.’’

—Rick Palagi
(Class of 1993)

CEO
St. John's Lutheran Hospital
Libby, MT

‘‘Dedicated faculty whose enthusiasm for teaching is matched only by the high level of commitment and excellence of my classmates. A comprehensive program which has prepared me well for the complexities of health care administration. A truly transformational experience!’’

—James M. Luciano, MD
(Class of 1997)

Medical Director
Montefiore CMO
Yonkers, NY

‘‘I was selected CEO from a nation-wide search of over 200 applicants. The executive program at CU is clearly what opened the door and made this opportunity a possibility. Without the executive program I would not have the confidence, skills, or the prerequisite degree. Taking the executive program at CU has proven to be one of my best decisions.’’

—John McNeil
(Class of 1996)

CEO
North Hawaii Community Hospital
Kamuela, HI

‘‘The executive program has provided me with the tools and knowledge to be effective in this changing healthcare environment.’’

—Kathleen McGowan, MD
(Class of 1999)

Chief of Primary Care Group
Fort Lyon VA Medical Center
Fort Lyon, CO

‘‘The University of Colorado's executive program gave me a comprehensive and broad overview of the health care industry. It has given me valuable management tools as well as a much clearer insight into what makes our industry move. ’’

—Katherine Bevill Barbour, MD
(Class of 1999)

General Surgeon
Fort Collins Surgical Associates
Fort Collins, CO

‘‘The University of Colorado's masters program provided me with many principles that are present in today's health care environment. The course material and faculty were well-versed regarding the trends and issues. It is a Program that will create a pathway towards the future.’’

—Craig E. Aasved
(Class of 1999)

Administrator
Wheatland Memorial Hospital and Nursing Home
Harlowton, MT

‘‘For me the greatest strength of the program was the diversity of faculty and students, both geographically and professionally. Rather than being sequestered in an all-physician program, this program provided insight from and interaction with a wide variety of health care management professionals. ’’

—Stewart Shevitz, MD, MSHA
(Class of 1991)

Interim Chairman, Dept. of Psychiatry and Health Behavior
Medical College of Georgia
Augusta, GA

‘‘The executive program is a terrific educational opportunity that enhanced my career immensely. It combines the principles of visionary leadership with the nuts and bolts financial tools necessary to lead healthcare institutions.’’

—Larry S. Bowe
(Class of 1997)

CEO
Hood River Memorial Hospital
Hood River, OR

‘‘Excellent faculty from CU and other institutions. Conferencing actually led to better interaction with professors and classmates than I remember from my traditional academic experience.’’

—Ronald J. Slaughter, MD
(Class of 1996)

President
Laboratory Medicine Consultants, Ltd.
Las Vegas, NV

‘‘The executive program is more than just an education in the healthcare industry. It is an opportunity to draw on a wealth of experience from healthcare executives around the country. It provides lasting personal as well as professional value.’’

—Richard Miller
(Class of 1996)

Medical Director, Medical Policy
Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Tennessee
Chattanooga, TN

‘‘I am proud to be a graduate of CU's executive program. The caliber of students, professors, and staff is simply outstanding. My professional development as well as personal growth have been enhanced tremendously from this life changing experience.’’

—Domingo Barrios
(Class of 1996)

Executive Director
Greater Houston AHEC
Houston, TX

‘‘While my primary objective of attaining a high quality master's degree was met, the greater overall impact was quite simply profound. The experience and knowledge, with particular emphasis on General Systems Theory, was a privilege and a gift.’’

—Hilary Hayes
(Class of 1994)

Principal
Hayes & Associates
Victoria, BC

‘‘The program enabled me to achieve a balance in the many different aspects of healthcare. A good deal of my development and success can be attributed to the executive program, the excellent faculty, and a great group of classmates.’’

—James M. Corrigan
(Class of 1994)

Senior Vice President, Finance and CFO
Catholic Health System
Buffalo, NY

‘‘The program was much more than a graduate program—it was a life experience. The knowledge which was imparted by the faculty was perfectly blended with the wealth of experiences of fellow students. This resulted in a dynamic structure, which challenges one's world view.’’

—Lucy A. Shoupp
(Class of 1995)

Executive Director, The Heart Center
St. Clair Hospital
Pittsburgh, PA

‘‘The CU executive program was a superb opportunity to build my professional credentials while networking with and learning from healthcare professionals from across the United States and the world. This has proven to be one of my best decisions.’’

—Fred Hale
(Class of 1991)

Director of Quality Management
Terrell State Hospital
Terrell, TX

‘‘The executive program was an excellent means to accomplish my master's degree. It promoted team building, utilized exceptional teaching resources, and provided an excellent knowledge-base in education. Even though it was hard work, I enjoyed the experience and the skills I obtained.’’

—Nancy Chaffee
(Class of 1996)

Director of Pharmacy
Hughston Sports Medicine Hospital
Columbus, GA

‘‘My experience in the program has provided many resources for the changing healthcare environment. I feel that I am well prepared for new challenges.’’

—William H. Downham, MD
(Class of 1992)

Vice President, Medical Management
Harris Methodist Health System
Fort Worth, TX

‘‘The executive program has immeasurably broadened my horizons. I will never think in the limited ways that I have in the past.’’

—Dean Sharpe, MD
(Class of 1995)

Vice President Medical Affairs
St. Charles Medical Center
Bend, OR

‘‘I was surprised by the quality, state, and ambiance of the CU executive program. As a demanding health care professional, the experience was priceless. The combination of physicians, health care managers, and distance learning is extraordinary.’’

—John H. Jeter, MD
(Class of 1997)

President and CEO
Hays Medical Center
Hays, KS

‘‘I especially benefited from the well qualified faculty from various parts of the country. In addition, the excellent blend of backgrounds and experience provided a rich learning experience, second to none.’’

—Ronald A. Johanson, MD
(Class of 1997)

President and Medical Director
Primecare Physicians Network
Turlock, CA

‘‘The executive program exceeded my needs and expectations. The academic teaching, socialization, and continuing education makes this program first-rate. ’’

—Larry Vickman, MD, FACEP
(Class of 1991)

Medical Consulting Services International
Meridian, ID

"I owe my current position to the CU-Denver Executive MBA in Health Administration Program. The lessons learned from top-notch faculty, and the networking with classmates, put me in positon for an executive position with a large healthcare system."

—Rick Turner , MD, MBA
(Class of 2000)

VP Clinical Information Management
Catholic Health Initiative
Denver, CO

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