Valley Presbyterian Hospital Appoints New Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer

Business Wire, May 23, 2008

VAN NUYS, Calif. -- Valley Presbyterian Hospital (VPH) today announced the appointment of Wesley R. Schmidt as Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, effective June 9.

Schmidt brings more than 10 years of healthcare and human resources experience to Valley Presbyterian Hospital. Currently, Schmidt serves as Director of Human Resources at Simi Valley Hospital - a 153-bed hospital that is part of Adventist Health, a not-for-profit, faith-based health system operating in California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington. Schmidt also held the position of Manager of Human Resources at Florida Hospital Heartland Division in Florida.

"Valley Presbyterian Hospital, along with our community, is growing and we need the innovative know-how that Wesley has to share," said VPH President and Chief Executive Officer Albert L. Greene. "Wesley has an impressive track record of implementing new HR systems such as online new hire application and requisition along with a paperless performance evaluation system. Wesley has the knowledge and experience to lead our long-range strategic human resources requirements. We're excited to have him join our executive team."

Schmidt holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Southwestern Adventist University and a Master's degree in Business Administration from Webber International University.

About Valley Presbyterian Hospital

Celebrating its 50th Anniversary this year, Valley Presbyterian Hospital is one of the largest acute care hospitals in the San Fernando Valley. The 350-bed facility offers leading-edge technology and medical expertise in maternal and child health, cardiac care, orthopedics, and critical care services. VPH has more than 500 physicians representing virtually every specialty and most sub-specialties. As a non-profit organization, Valley Presbyterian Hospital depends upon charitable support to provide the highest quality healthcare. To find out how you can help, please contact the Foundation Department at (818) 902-2980.