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FORT MYERS — A top executive at Lee Health has been named to the Special Olympics Florida Board of Directors. Chief Administrative Officer Dave Cato had previously served as a volunteer clinical director with Special Olympics.
“I'm humbled and honored to be asked to join the board of an organization that encourages inclusion and supports equal opportunities and access to health care for people with intellectual disabilities," Cato says in a statement. “Through this new role, I hope to bring awareness to the community about Special Olympics Florida and the significant impact it has on so many lives throughout the state.”
In 2018, Cato was awarded the Golisano Health Leadership Award, Special Olympics' highest honor for health partners and health care professionals. He was recognized for his efforts and dedication to improving the health of people with intellectual disabilities and advancing Special Olympics' movement and vision towards inclusive health.
In his role at Lee Health, Cato oversees the strategic, operational and clinical direction for outpatient services and other post-acute and rehabilitation areas. He also serves on the leadership team of the Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida.
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