Kelly Byrd Appointed to Lead Clinical Operations Advisory Services

Kelly Byrd, R.N., MBA, has been appointed by E4H to lead a new team of clinically trained advisors. The group will engage with clients’ clinical teams, guiding them through the necessary steps to prepare for the first patient. E4H’s Clinical Operations Advisory Services include operational flow, transition planning, medical equipment strategy, licensing and accreditation.

With nearly 40 years of nursing experience, Byrd is a healthcare executive focused on improving the patient experience by implementing clinical best practices and cost-efficient operations. She has been involved in the development of numerous surgery centers across the nation, including ground-up new facilities, replacement facilities, expansions and renovations of existing facilities.

Byrd previously worked for 20 years as vice president of development for United Surgical Partners in Project Management. She earned a B.S.N. at Baylor University and an MBA in Healthcare from the University of Dallas, Texas. She is a member of Nursing Institute of Healthcare Design and was a member of the American Operating Rooms Nurses Association for 38 years.