Highlands Hospital Executive and Leadership Team

John Andursky, the President & Chief Executive Officer & Director at Highlands Hospital, directs the overarching strategic vision and operational framework for the non-profit healthcare institution. This leadership role involves guiding the hospital's mission to deliver emergent, inpatient, behavioral, and ambulatory care across Southwestern Pennsylvania and beyond. Andursky oversees the integration of new partnerships, such as the collaboration with WVU Heart & Vascular Institute, ensuring coordinated and comprehensive care remains accessible to the community. The executive's focus extends to fostering lifelong health through initiatives like the John P. Murtha Wellness Center and supporting specialized programs, including the affiliation with Cleveland Clinic Children's Center for Autism. John Andursky's strategic direction ensures the hospital's continued growth and its dedication to a holistic approach to patient healing, encompassing the mind, body, and soul, while maintaining its independent, non-profit status and serving the region for over 30 years.

Marianne Miele, the Chief Operating Officer at Highlands Hospital, executes the day-to-day operational strategies that ensure the delivery of comprehensive emergent, inpatient, behavioral, and ambulatory care. This executive oversees the efficient functioning of all hospital departments, driving operational excellence across the Southwestern Pennsylvania region. Miele's responsibilities include optimizing patient flow, resource allocation, and service delivery to meet the diverse healthcare needs of the community. The Chief Operating Officer plays a critical part in integrating new clinical services and partnerships, such as the collaboration with WVU Heart & Vascular Institute, to enhance coordinated care close to home. Marianne Miele's leadership ensures that the hospital's commitment to a holistic approach to healing for the mind, body, and soul is consistently upheld across all patient interactions and operational processes, supporting the hospital's mission as an independent, non-profit provider.

Mary Krosoff, the Chief Human Resources Officer at Highlands Hospital, architects the human capital strategy essential for delivering high-quality emergent, inpatient, behavioral, and ambulatory care. This executive leads all aspects of workforce management, including talent acquisition, employee development, compensation, and benefits, ensuring the hospital attracts and retains skilled professionals dedicated to patient well-being. Krosoff's role is pivotal in fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment that aligns with the hospital's holistic approach to healing for the mind, body, and soul. Mary Krosoff oversees the implementation of HR policies that support the hospital's mission and its community-focused initiatives, such as the John P. Murtha Wellness Center and specialized autism treatment programs. The Chief Human Resources Officer ensures that the hospital's most valuable asset—its people—are empowered to provide exceptional care throughout Southwestern Pennsylvania and beyond.

Denise McCloy, the Chief Administrative Officer at Highlands Hospital, manages the critical administrative functions that underpin the hospital's delivery of emergent, inpatient, behavioral, and ambulatory care. This executive oversees essential support services, including legal affairs, compliance, information technology, and facilities management, ensuring seamless operations across the organization. McCloy's leadership ensures that all administrative processes align with the hospital's strategic objectives and regulatory requirements, supporting its mission to provide comprehensive healthcare in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The Chief Administrative Officer plays a key role in facilitating the hospital's affiliations, such as with WVU Heart & Vascular Institute, by ensuring robust administrative infrastructure is in place. Denise McCloy's oversight guarantees the efficient and effective functioning of the hospital, enabling its commitment to a holistic approach to healing for the mind, body, and soul of all patients.