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WellSpan names new president at WellSpan York Hospital

WellSpan names new president at WellSpan York Hospital

WellSpan Health is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Alyssa Moyer to president of WellSpan York Hospital effective January 1, 2024. With more than 23 years of experience at WellSpan across various positions, Moyer will be promoted from her current role of vice president and regional chief medical officer at WellSpan.

"I am proud to welcome Dr. Alyssa Moyer into this role as she is well-positioned to lead our team members and serve our patients as we undergo a major expansion here at the hospital," said Victoria Diamond, senior vice president of WellSpan's central region. "Alyssa demonstrates a proven track record for her visionary leadership, strategic management, commitment to patient care and unwavering dedication to our community. Her expertise will be integral in steering this hospital and our health system toward continued success."

Prior to her current role, Moyer served as chief medical officer at WellSpan Surgery and Rehabilitation Hospital for six years. She also led initiatives as chair of the Department of Medicine at WellSpan York Hospital that significantly improved patient care, reduced costs and earned numerous accolades, including Healthgrades 250 Best Hospitals Award. While serving those various leadership roles, she also maintained a blended career of continuing to practice medicine at WellSpan since 2000.

Her leadership and experience are underscored by an extremely long list of achievements such as overseeing quality care, driving strategic growth and garnering prestigious awards like the Center for Medicaid and Medicare Services HCAHPS Five Star Hospital and the Press-Ganey Pinnacle of Excellence Award. She maintains numerous certifications and active memberships in prestigious medical societies.

"Throughout my career journey at WellSpan, I have had the greatest pleasure to work alongside some of the brightest minds and talented professionals that have helped shape the leader I am today," said Moyer. "I look forward to leading a hospital that is committed to being a trusted partner in the York community delivering safe, high quality and equitable care."

Moyer earned her Doctor of Medicine from Jefferson Medical College, graduating magna cum laude. She earned an MBA from Johns Hopkins University and received her Bachelor of Science from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Prior to Moyer's appointment, Diamond served as both senior vice president of WellSpan's central region and WellSpan York Hospital president. Diamond will remain with the health system in a shift that will allow her to focus on broader regional priorities for the system.

WellSpan York Hospital is a nationally recognized and prestigious award-winning leader in providing advanced specialty care as a 593-bed community teaching hospital that is also a certified Level 1 Trauma Center and Regional Resource Center. The hospital employs more than 5,000 people. To learn more about the services and accolades, visit www.WellSpan.org.