Expertise:
Mr. Patchen's expertise is in healthcare administration.
Education Degrees:
Master of Business Administration, University of Phoenix (2006)
Affiliations Awards:
County Advisory Committee for Cardiology, San Diego; Fellow, American College of Healthcare Executives; American Organization of Nurse Executives
Industry:
Healthcare Administration
Charity:
American Heart Association
Number Of Years In Profession:
21
Number Of Years In Current Position:
2
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his hard work and result-oriented nature.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession because he was a nurse, worked in emergency units, started working in the catheterization laboratory and transitioned into administration.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mr. Patchen is also running an assisted living home called Pacific Sunset Care. He is a faculty member teaching healthcare administration at the University of Phoenix.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Managing Budgetary and Financial Issues in Five Centers in Two Hospitals, Overseeing Program and Development of the Cardiology Department