9/12/2004Brian R. Mitteer has been named Cortland Memorial Hospital's new President/Chief Executive Officer.
Mitteer will officially assume his new role on September 27. Mitteer brings over 20 years of experience as a healthcare executive to his new position. For the past 13 years he served as President/CEO of Southern Vermont Health Services Corp. and its subsidiary Brattleboro Memorial Hospital (BMH) in Vermont. During his tenure at the hospital, Mitteer oversaw two major construction projects, developed programs that increased market share, and added appropriate technology and services to enhance healthcare of the greater Brattleboro community. Under his leadership, BMH was ranked as one of the lowest cost, most efficient hospitals in Vermont, with high patient satisfaction standings. His other prior healthcare leadership positions were as President/CEO of Chippewa County War Memorial Hospital (Sault Ste. Marie, MI) and President/CEO of Delaware Valley Hospital, located in Walton, which is east of Binghamton.
Born in Monticello, NY, Mitteer received his associates degree from SUNY-Delhi, followed by his bachelor of science degree from Cornell University. He continued his education at Russell Sage College (Troy, NY), graduating with a masters of science degree in Health Care Administration. Mitteer also served in both the New York and Vermont Army National Guard, including responsibilities as Company Commander in Walton, Oneonta and Windsor (VT), and as a Battalion Adjunct in Binghamton. Among his many professional affiliations, Mitteer served as Regent for Vermont in the American College of Healthcare Executives and on the Regional Policy Board for the American Hospital Association. He was also active in the Brattleboro community, including membership in the Brattleboro Rotary Club (past President) and as a trustee on the Brattleboro Development Credit Corporation.
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