Gary A. Blabon

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DISC Type : cs

President & COO at Novant Heath Rowan Medical Center

Salisbury, North Carolina, United States

Overview

Gary Blabon is the President and COO of Novant Health Rowan Medical Center, bringing over two decades of healthcare administration experience to his role. A graduate of Catawba College and Pfeiffer University, his career is uniquely built on a foundation of clinical practice in physical therapy and as an orthopedic physician assistant before transitioning into leadership.

Personality Overview

Process Oriented

Unexpressive

Status Quo Seeker

Being observant comes to them naturally.  They are heavily focused on quality and prefer doing things the right way, even if it takes time. They are always well-planned and adopt a systematic approach.

Topics They Care About

Healthcare Leadership
Serves as President and COO for a major regional medical center, building on a career in healthcare administration since 2000.
Community Education
Actively serves on the Board of Trustees for Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, demonstrating a commitment to local education and workforce development.
Higher Education Governance
Is a member of the Board of Trustees for his alma mater, Catawba College, indicating a strong connection and dedication to the institution.

Media Appearances

Gary Blabon – Interim President & COO of Novant Health Rowan Medical Center featured on Civitan of Salisbury Facebook page. Featured in Facebook

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Novant Health Rowan Medical Center emergency department awarded Level 3 Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation. Featured in Novant Health Communications

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Work History

3-2020
President & COO at Novant Heath Rowan Medical Center
6-2019 - 3-2020
Interim President and COO at Novant Health Rowan Medical Center
12-2013 - 3-2020
Senior Director of Professional & Support Services at Novant Health Rowan Medical Center
1-2012 - 12-2013
Administrator Statesville HMPN at Health Management Associates
5-2005 - 1-2012
Administrator at RoMedical Care , PA/Novant Medical Group

Education

1987 - 1991
Bachelor of Science (BS) from Catawba College
Master of Healthcare Administration from Pfeiffer University

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Exp : 30 Location : Salisbury, North Carolina, United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : President & COO at Novant Heath Rowan Medical Center
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During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

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DONT's

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When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

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