Jeff Strickler has been appointed as the new president of UNC Health Rockingham, succeeding Steve Eblin, who is retiring after leading the facility since 2019.
Strickler will continue in his current role as president of UNC Health Chatham, a position he has held since 2019. He also serves as chief operating officer for UNC Hospitals’ Hillsborough Campus and will remain in that capacity until a successor is named.
Strickler joined UNC Hospitals in 2003 and has held several leadership positions within the organization. During his tenure at UNC Health Chatham, he promoted a culture focused on patient care, which led to high patient experience scores. At the Hillsborough Campus, he oversaw growth initiatives including the expansion of patient and surgical towers.
“I am so excited by the opportunity to lead the outstanding team of providers at UNC Health Rockingham to care for the people of Eden and the surrounding communities,” Strickler said.
UNC Health CEO Cristy Page stated: “Jeff Strickler has succeeded in multiple leadership opportunities over his more than 20 years at UNC Health, and I am confident that he’ll be successful here as well.”
Chief Operating Officer Jeff Lindsay acknowledged Eblin’s contributions and expressed optimism about Strickler’s leadership. “Thanks to the outstanding leadership of Steve Eblin, and the amazing team at UNC Health Rockingham, there is already a strong culture of patient care, quality, and safety. I’m grateful to Steve for helping to build that culture and look forward to watching as Jeff continues to carry it forward.”
