Douglas L. Bechard, MD, FACP, CPE - Members on the Move - Bechard is a vice president at Jersey Shore University Medical Center - Brief Article

Physician Executive, Jan-Feb, 2004

Douglas L. Bechard, MD, FACP, CPE, is vice president for clinical effectiveness at Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, N.J. JSUMC is a 600-bed institution that is running at over 100 percent capacity most days. It is part of the Meridian Health system. Teaching programs and advanced care are trademarks of the facility. Bechard's responsibilities include case management, infection control, risk management, as well as performance improvement. The hospital is seeking to become one of Solucient's top 100 hospitals, as well as a winner of the NJ Quality Award. The system was recently recognized as the "Top Employer" in New Jersey.

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