Southridge Behavioral Hospital Announces Chief Executive Officer
January 1, 2024
Categories: Mental and Behavioral Health
Byron Center, MI – January 2, 2024 – Southridge Behavioral Hospital, a partnership of Trinity Health Michigan and Universal Health Services (UHS), is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Miles to Chief Executive Officer/Managing Director, effective October 2023. In this role, Mr. Miles is responsible to direct and lead day-to-day operations, and manage and develop staff to ensure excellence in the services and care provided to patients. The new Southridge Behavioral Hospital, located at 6291 Venture Hills Blvd SW in Byron Center, is under construction and expected to open in 2025.
Mr. Miles brings over 24 years of healthcare experience having served in roles of increasing responsibility including most recently as CEO of Cedar Creek Hospital in St. Johns. Previously, Mr. Miles successfully served in several senior leadership roles including Acting CEO of Forest View Hospital (Grand Rapids), Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Forest View and Interim CEO at Cedar Creek Hospital. Mr. Miles has also held Interim/Acting CEO roles for six other hospitals within the UHS enterprise over the past several years.
In recognition of his leadership talents, Mr. Miles was awarded the company’s prestigious Chairman’s Council Award for two consecutive years for accomplishments in patient care, outcomes and overall safety.
“I am pleased to join the Southridge Behavioral Hospital team,” said Mr. Miles. “This new hospital is a greatly needed resource within the larger region and I am excited to be part of a developing collaborative that will carry on the excellent reputation of both parent companies, promote our mission and demonstrate patient-centered care. I am most looking forward to observing the positive impact on those we serve and our community, showcasing a team of compassionate and purpose-driven healthcare heroes, as well as further developing positive relationships with our community partners.”
Mr. Miles earned his Bachelors degree in Psychology from Grand Valley State University in Allendale.
About Southridge Behavioral Hospital
Southridge Behavioral Hospital will incorporate modern, innovative and evidence-based care focused on individual needs, comfort and safety. The new facility, to be located near the Trinity Health Medical Center in Byron Center, will accommodate up to 96 adult and geriatric beds when it opens in 2025. The hospital will employ approximately 170 full-time and part-time employees including physicians, nurses, therapists, mental health technicians, administration, dietary and housekeeping personnel. Learn more and watch the construction feed: https://southridgebh.com/