International cancer care group recruits industry leader

FORT MYERS — International provider of integrated cancer care 21st Century Oncology named Charlie Powell chief operating officer, bringing to the company a background in physician practice, ambulatory facility and hospital leadership experience in health systems and private practices. 

Powell previously served as president, physician enterprise and ambulatory for Saints Mary and Elizabeth Hospital with KentuckyOne Health in Louisville. Powell’s accomplishments in establishing physician-led governance structures and increasing quality, safety and service scores while improving revenue cycle operations; in addition to his expertise in turnaround, population health and strategic planning fit 21st Century Oncology’s vision for the future, firm officials say in a statement.