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Harold "Brent" Pharis, MAEL, MACL

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Medical Center Director / Chief Executive Officer at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
📍 Fargo, North Dakota, United States

Harold "Brent" Pharis is a results-driven CEO in the healthcare sector for the U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs. A U. S. Army veteran who served in Desert Storm, Afghanistan, and Iraq, he specializes in operational management and team empowerment. Colleagues describe him as a "servant leader, " "coach, " and "mentor. "

Outside of his executive role, Brent is a proud father and military family man. He has shared personal moments, such as having the honor of promoting his son to the rank of Sergeant First Class in the Army, reflecting a deep connection to his family and military roots.

He is a decorated veteran, having received numerous awards including the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart.

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Experience
10 Years
Current Role
Medical Center Director / Chief Executive Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Fargo, North Dakota, United States
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Veteran Healthcare
As a decorated Army veteran and executive within the VA system, he has dedicated his career to serving fellow veterans and improving their healthcare outcomes.
Operational Leadership
His career highlights include reducing a $20 million deficit by $14 million in seven months and significantly increasing nursing bed capacity, demonstrating strong operational and financial acumen.
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Career

Work history

11-2025
Medical Center Director / Chief Executive Officer
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
5-2025 - 11-2025
Interim Medical Center Director/Chief Executive Officer
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
6-2023 - 5-2025
Associate Medical Center Director/Chief Operating Officer
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
7-2022 - 6-2023
Administrative Director, Medical Specialties
Legacy Health
9-2020 - 7-2022
Administrative Director, Medical Practice Group/Associate Director
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
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Education
Master's degree
Liberty University
Master's degree
Dallas Christian College
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